Sales Manager at KHS Manufacturing (South Africa) (Pty.)

About The Role

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Sales Manager

KHS is a subsidiary of Salzgitter AG. As one of the world's leading manufacturers of filling and packaging systems for beverages and liquid food we are a world-class player. Our customers have trusted in our passionate pioneering spirit and first-class technologies for over 150 years. However, we can only remain world class if we continue to find new employees who make just as high demands of themselves and the quality of their work as our customers make of us at KHS. Are you one of them?

Location: Johannesburg

Your responsibilities

Development of sales strategies (market and customer development)
Representing KHS Product Technologies
Customer Relationship Management
Attending local exhibitions, Workshops and road shows
Regional social media marketing
Conduct regional market analysis and trends
Define local sales and service strategies for KHS products
Canvasing (active marketing)
Initiating opportunity (KHS Connect)
Manage and execute Offer
Preparation of budget quotations
Manage Both Internal and External Stakeholders
Technical & commercial discussions
Clarify and verify commercial and contractual terms (internal/external).
Preparation of order entry
Handover and external technical clarification
Compiling and delivering quotes, proposals and tender documents.
Developing, implementing, and monitoring visitation programs to source new customers and opportunities.

Your profile

University degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
3-5 years sales experience in the filling and packaging industry
Good knowledge of KHS Product Technologies as well as SAP and MS office
Travel Local and International required
Ability to work under pressure, ability to work in a team, high willingness to learn
Self-Management, Goal-oriented and Work Independently and Team Player
Attention to Detail
Excellent communication skills
German Speaking would be an advantage
Must be willing and able to travel locally and internationally as required by operational and business needs.
Must be willing and able to attend local and international exhibitions, trade fairs, training programmes, and other company-related events as required.