Our client is seeking an experienced KZN Sales Manager to drive sales growth, manage key accounts, and expand market presence across the industrial consumables, welding, abrasives, and safety sectors. The role supports contractors and industrial operations across multiple industries, including shipbuilding, petro‑chemical refineries, construction sites, power generation, paper & pulp, and sugar refinery environments.
This is a senior, results‑driven sales role requiring strong technical product knowledge, excellent relationship‑building ability, and proven B2B sales leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Strategy — Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets
Key Account Management — Manage and grow relationships with contractors, industrial clients, and national key accounts
Product Promotion — Promote industrial consumables, welding supplies, abrasives, and safety gear
New Business Development — Identify new business opportunities and expand the customer base
Operational Coordination — Work closely with operations and service teams to ensure reliable customer support
Quotations & Pricing — Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and manage the sales pipeline
Market Analysis — Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer requirements
Sales Team Leadership — Lead and motivate the sales team to deliver excellent service and consistent results
Ideal Candidate Profile
Industrial/Welding Knowledge — Strong understanding of industrial consumables, welding products, abrasives, and safety equipment
B2B Sales Expertise — Proven experience in business‑to‑business sales
Communication Skills — Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Relationship Building — Strong ability to build and maintain long‑term customer relationships
Leadership — Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a sales team
Results Driven — High energy, target‑driven, and committed to achieving growth