Business Manager (Sales)

Key responsibilities for this global concern include:Managing and growing existing business and acquiring new business in Sub-Saharan AfricaBuilding client baseProvide commercial leadership in developing growth plans into the consumer chemicals, food and cosmetics industryField sales supportAnalysing market trends to develop the company's market and competitor intelligence.Requirements:A degree or diploma in a scientific field such as Food Science, Chemistry or Engineering (Food engineering, Chemical engineering)A minimum of 6 years marketing and sales experience within the food raw material or related industry, selling chemicals or food ingredients is essentialProficient in MS Office.  Experience with SAP or Business Warehouse would be advantageousValid drivers license and willing to travelAttributes of ideal candidate:Exposure to Product and Process Development, R&D, Technical Services domainEntrepreneurial spiritAbility to develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers and team members