Marketing and Sales Manager – Strata Control Products

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Marketing and Sales Manager to drive the sales and marketing strategy for our strata control products in the mining sector across South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic leadership and direct customer management. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of underground roof support systems, specifically cable anchors, and will be responsible for guiding and supporting the sales team while maintaining key client relationships. Key Responsibilities: • Sales & Business Development: Identify and develop new business opportunities for strata control products, expanding our customer base in the mining industry. • Customer Relationship Management: Directly manage a portfolio of key clients while mentoring and supporting the sales team in handling other accounts. • Marketing Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement targeted marketing campaigns to position our products effectively in the mining sector. • Technical Consultation: Provide technical advice and product demonstrations to clients, showcasing the benefits of our strata control solutions. • Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the sales team, setting sales targets, tracking performance, and providing strategic guidance. • Industry Networking: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including mining engineers, procurement teams, and decision-makers. • Market Analysis & Strategy Development: Conduct market research to understand customer needs, competitor activities, and industry trends. • Travel: Be prepared to travel extensively within South Africa and across sub-Saharan Africa to visit clients and support the sales team. Required Qualifications & Experience: • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing; or, Bachelor’s degree in Rock Engineering, Mining, Geotechnical or other Engineering discipline with a post graduate diploma in Marketing. • Industry Experience: o Experience in the underground mining sector. Experience in underground roof support and strata control solutions would be beneficial. o Strong knowledge of cable anchors and associated support systems. • Sales & Marketing Expertise : Proven track record in sales, business development, and marketing. Sales and marketing expertise within the mining industry would be beneficial. • Technical Proficiency : Ability to engage with mining professionals, understand technical challenges, and offer appropriate solutions. • Leadership & Team Management : Experience in leading and managing a sales team, setting goals, and driving performance. • Communication & Negotiation Skills: Strong ability to communicate effectively with both technical and commercial stakeholders. • Willingness to Travel : Must be prepared to travel extensively across South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. Why Join Us? • Opportunity to work with an industry leader in strata control solutions. • You will be joining a highly innovative team, with a well-developed ability to deliver novel solutions that make a difference. • A dynamic and challenging role with direct impact on business growth. • Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and benefits package. • Career growth and development opportunities within the mining sector. If you have a strong technical background in underground mining support, a passion for sales and marketing , and are ready to lead a team while managing key customers, we encourage you to apply

Location: Springs, ZA

Posted Date: 4/3/2025