Sales Team Leader: Water Testing & Micro (JHB) (LC_732)
Scientific (Sales)
ESSENTIALS
MSc or PhD in Chemistry / Microbiology / technically relevant, additional business/management qualifications advantageous. Proven track record in sales of lab products with at least 3-5+years managing a sales team. Extensive technical proficiency in water chemistry, water & food testing. Dynamic leader with strong communication skills (English), highly motivated & intuitive people & management skills. SA citizen, own transport, driver’s license, valid passport, willing to travel.
Location: Randburg, Johannesburg
Salary: Competitive & negotiable on experience (with benefits)
DETAILS
Exciting opportunity for an experienced ‘seasoned’ salesperson to join a renowned company supplying the Life & Environmental Sciences, Medical diagnostics, and related laboratory industries nationwide.
Reporting to the National Sales Manager, this role includes active business development and sales, and the management and leadership of this product portfolios sales team.
Responsibilities for the position include strategizing, overseeing, and enhancing sales activities within both private and public water, food testing and environmental testing laboratories across South Africa. This role is pivotal in driving our client’s revenue growth through effective team management, strategic customer engagement, and adherence to ISO and SANS regulatory standards enforced by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS).
REQUIREMENTS
- MSc/PhD in Chemistry / Microbiology / relevant + Business qualification advantageous
- 8y+ working experience in related sales, 3y+ management of sales + people experience
- Must have strong technical proficiency in water chemistry testing methods
- Experience working with ERP/CRM systems + proven sales management track record
- Exceptional communication skills & ability to work with people
- Availability to travel when necessary
- Driver’s license, own transport
- Valid passport & willing to travel nationally & internationally
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Commencement: As soon as possible
Application information: Please apply online below.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted