Location:

Gauteng, South Africa (with extensive remote work and travel across sub-Saharan Africa)
Industry:

Mining

Strata Control & Underground Roof Support

Salary:

1.4m pa CTC

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:

Bachelors degree in Marketing; or, Bachelors degree in Rock Engineering, Mining, Geotechnical or other Engineering discipline with a post graduate diploma in Marketing.
Industry Experience:
Experience in the underground mining sector.

Experience in underground roof support and strata control solutions would be beneficial.
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.