Our Client, who is a leading manufacturer of underground mining equipment, has an immediate vacancy for a Business Development Manager, based in Johannesburg.\u00a0
\n\tThe incumbent must possess strong technical, sales and marketing skills and must be knowledgeable in the applicable areas of underground mining and specifically mechanized mining equipment and related systems.
\n\tThe position requires an individual with good business acumen who is able to work independently.
\n\tSound communication and presentation skills are important, as are developing and maintaining healthy professional relationships with the various stakeholders, which are crucial to the success of this position.
\n\tOther commercial and administrative functions will form part of the duties and the employee must be fully conversant with all related functions.
\n\tThe candidate will be required to manage all facets of their business unit, including but not limited to, capital and aftermarket existing and new business creation, their respective growth, and client retention<\/p>\n
**South African Citizens and those living in the area will be preferred**
\nResponsibilities:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tManaging operations within the geographical area of responsibility Developing and generating business and increasing profitability.
\n\tImplement business strategy specific to the area of operation, as established by the Head of Department. Detailing annual business operating plans, and setting quarterly and annual budgets.
\n\tRecruit staff and monitor performance, with the possibility of training and mentorship.
\n\tSales & marketing activities in respective geographic areas.
\n\tDeveloping Client-specific sales strategies to support the sales vision as prescribed by the Head of Department. Implementation of established sales policies, practices, and procedures.
\n\tPerform competitor technical product analysis as well as pricing analysis.
\n\tDevelop and implement marketing strategies for new market segments.
\n\tEnsure retention and growth of existing Clients.
\n\tContinuous engagement and collaboration with engineering and production departments.
\n\tPackaging of proposals\/tenders for the mining sector.
\n\tUnderstanding commercial law is advantageous.
\n\tNetworking with industry professionals and stakeholders in the mining sector.
\n\tAttending to commercial contracts, remedies, and negotiation for deviant conditions.
\n\tCreates opportunities, negotiates and closes business deals, and maintains extensive industry and product knowledge.
\n\tEffectively supports existing clients to ensure Client retention.
\n\tMarket analysis, identify and promote the company\u2019s sustainable competitive advantages.
\n\tTravelling to mine, and underground visits to assess problems and determine the suitability of Mining machinery for the application.<\/p>\n
Role Requirements:<\/p>\n
\t5 Years or more proven working experience as a Business Development Manager
\n\tExcellent communication and leadership skills
\n\tExcellent track record of applied engineering experience
\n\tProduct data management experience
\n\tAbility to plan, multi-task and manage time effectively
\n\tStrong report-writing and record-keeping ability
\n\tBEng Mechanical Engineering or related field degree<\/p>\n
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Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
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