West Africa Regional Sales Manager

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Regional Sales Manager to join our team. This position offers extensive travel and will be based in either Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, or Senegal.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

Ultimately accountable for respective regional sales plans of existing products, technologies and solutions within specific portfolio.
To maximise business growth and profitability for allocated region/s through the optimal selling of products/solutions built on credible customer relations and partnerships.

DUTIES INCLUDE:
Drive sales performance against set standards / targets.
Offer quality solutions to meet customer needs by conducting proper research and addressing the customers pain points.
Manage sales channels and partnerships, ensuring effective collaboration and optimal results
Develop methods for growth and maintenance of customer base through actively identifying new sales and market opportunities within allocated region/s as well as keeping in contact with loyal/repeat customers.
Ensure continuous development and maintenance of own product knowledge for sales excellence.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients in the mining industry.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE:
Qualifications / Experience:

Degree or diploma in Surveying or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience having worked in the Mining Industry.

Skills / Knowledge:

Must be fluent in French, both written and spoken, to effectively communicate with local clients.
Must be proficient in English to engage with international partners and stakeholders.
Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently
Advanced knowledge of related products & services.
Excellent presentation and communication skills (verbal & non-verbal).
Understanding of industry/ applications/ solutions/ customer requirements.
Understanding of sales best practices.
IT proficiency (Knowledge of CRM software & Microsoft office).
Conceptual ability to analyse, interpret & offer customised solutions.
Problem solving ability.

Attitude /Approach:

Accountability/ Integrity in sales, expense & delegation issues.
Reliability regarding services offered/ promised to customers.
Valid unendorsed driver’s license and own transport.
Valid work permit or citizenship in country

BENEFITS OF JOINING THE OPTRON TEAM:

Exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
Make a significant impact on the mining industry and contribute to its sustainable development
Access to world class training and the opportunity to grow your career across our diverse portfolio of technologies and disciplines.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE:

Market related remuneration package, including benefits
If you are ready to take on the challenge and make your mark in the West Africa market, we would love to hear from you

Degree or diploma in Surveying or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience having worked in the Mining
Must be fluent in French, both written and spoken, to effectively communicate with local clients.
Must be proficient in English to engage with international partners and stakeholders.

OPTRON (Pty)Ltd is a subsidiary of the holding company OPTRON Group (Pty) Ltd.

OPTRON supplies advanced positioning solutions, which assist in maximizing the user’s productivity and over-all profitability by revolutionizing their work processes.

OPTRON supplies and supports products in most countries across sub-Saharan Africa, directly and indirectly with the assistance of a select network of re-sellers and agents. Our solutions integrate a wide range of positioning technologies including GPS, laser, optical and inertial technologies, coupled with the latest application software and wireless communication technologies.

At OPTRON we offer a variety of world-class training options designed to meet your needs and schedule. A powerful, effective and interesting way to learn, blended learning combines traditional face-to-face instruction with on-line training, such as web-based tutorials, webinars / on demand webcasts and innovative learning tools, all delivered in a variety of different ways. Our training professionals are skilled at designing and delivering programs. Whether it’s customized training at one of our locations, electronic learning, or on-site training, you can rest assured that you will be learning from the industry’s best. Training is part of our commitment to providing you with a total quality solution.

As part of our commitment to your satisfaction with the products we supply, OPTRON provides ongoing hardware support such as maintenance, repair and calibration. Our certified service centre is equipped with the latest instrumentation and annual factory training of our service technicians ensure that you remain productive in the field.

Our dedicated support personnel offer remote telephone support to users in the field and the office, ensuring maximum up-time and efficient use of our solutions.