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This is not an entry-level opportunity or a general sales role.\nDuties & Responsibilities\nKey Responsibilities\n\nConduct detailed needs analyses at predetermined mining accounts and develop clear account-specific business plans.\n\nIdentify, pursue and secure new business opportunities within the mining sector.\n\nImplement effective sales strategies to maximise turnover, grow existing accounts and achieve sales targets.\n\nBuild, maintain and strengthen relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders within mining operations.\n\nPrepare professional sales proposals, quotations, reports, weekly sales reviews and forecasts.\n\nConduct customer presentations, product demonstrations and training sessions where required.\n\nManage the sales process from opportunity identification and customer engagement through to negotiation and closing.\n\nMaintain accurate records of customer interactions, sales activities, opportunities and account developments.\n\nRepresent the business at industry roadshows, exhibitions, client events and product demonstrations.\n\nMonitor competitor activity, market conditions and customer requirements to identify potential sales opportunities.\n\nMaintain regular communication with clients and ensure consistent follow-up on quotations, proposals and outstanding opportunities.\n\nWork towards agreed sales targets, turnover objectives and quarterly commission goals.\n\nKey Performance Areas\n\nAchievement of sales targets and revenue growth.\n\nGrowth and retention of allocated mining accounts.\n\nSuccessful acquisition of new mining customers and business opportunities.\n\nConversion of quotations and proposals into confirmed sales.\n\nDevelopment and execution of effective account business plans.\n\nAccuracy of sales forecasts, reports and activity records.\n\nStrength and consistency of customer relationships.\n\nEffective management of the sales pipeline and follow-up activities.\n\nProfessional delivery of customer presentations, training and demonstrations.\n\nMinimum Requirements – All Essential\n\nApplicants must meet every requirement listed below:\n\nProven sales experience within the mining environment, with a demonstrable track record of achieving sales targets.\n\nA minimum of five years’ experience in mining.\n\nPrevious mining sales experience is essential; general sales experience alone will not be considered sufficient.\n\nDemonstrated ability to identify, hunt for and secure new business.\n\nStrong customer relationship management and client liaison skills.\n\nFluent in both Afrikaans and English, with the ability to communicate confidently and professionally with customers in both languages.\n\nComputer literate, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.\n\nStrong presentation, organisational, communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.\n\nSelf-disciplined, self-motivated and able to work independently in a demanding, target-driven environment.\n\nAble to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.\n\nMedically fit to work underground, with a valid medical certificate or equivalent documentation.\n\nClean criminal record.\n\nValid driver’s licence and willingness to travel extensively to mining clients.\n\nAdvantageous Qualifications and Experience\n\nA degree in Engineering, Marketing, Sales or a related field.\n\nA relevant trade qualification.\n\nAdditional industry-specific knowledge or experience that supports effective engagement with mining customers.\n\nIdeal Candidate Profile\n\nThe ideal candidate is an established mining sales professional who understands the demands of the mining sector and has the confidence to engage customers, identify commercial opportunities and close deals.\nThis individual is a proactive hunter who takes ownership of their territory, builds credible relationships with mining clients and consistently follows through on sales opportunities. They must be comfortable with extensive external travel, changing client schedules and working towards demanding sales targets.\nStrong communication skills in both Afrikaans and English are essential, as is the ability to present professionally, negotiate confidently and maintain accurate sales information.\n\nWorking Environment\n\nThe successful candidate will operate in a demanding, target-driven mining environment where strong customer relationships, technical credibility, consistent follow-up and the ability to secure new business are essential.\nThe role requires regular interaction with mining clients, customer presentations, product demonstrations and travel to mine sites. 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