- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including distributors, agents, and clients in the region.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in high potential strategic markets.
- Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve defined objectives.
- Collaborate with marketing and product development teams to ensure effective product positioning.
- Collaborate with cluster management and business development teams to optimize the sourcing of optimum solutions for specific customers/markets.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to foster loyalty and repeat business.
- Handle contract negotiations, pricing, and terms with international clients.
- Monitor account performance and implement strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in export sales or international business development, demonstrating a proven track record of successfully managing international sales and leading a sales team. An excellent understanding of international markets, trade regulations, and cultural nuances is essential. The role also requires the candidate to travel internationally as needed to meet clients, attend trade shows, and explore new business opportunities.
To make sure nothing is forgotten
We need you to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, identify and pursue new business opportunities, and develop strategic sales plans to achieve defined objectives. You will collaborate with marketing, product development, and business development teams to ensure effective product positioning and optimize solutions for specific markets. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of five years of experience in export sales or international business development, with a proven track record of managing international sales and leading a team, and should be prepared to travel internationally as needed.
A little more about us
Saint-Gobain Africa is a leading provider of innovative building materials and solutions, dedicated to enhancing the quality of living spaces across the continent. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, Saint-Gobain Africa offers a diverse range of products and services tailored to meet the unique needs of the African market. By leveraging its global expertise and local insights, the company plays a pivotal role in shaping the built environment, promoting energy efficiency, and driving economic growth in the region. Saint-Gobain Africa is focused on delivering high-performance solutions that contribute to the well-being and comfort of its customers.
Legal statement
We value the importance of a diverse workforce as a cornerstone of our business success. Our primary focus in selecting the most suitable candidates for our roles is based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equal opportunity in our employment processes and are committed to eliminating any unlawful discrimination in our hiring practices
