Country Sales Manager

Overview

A prominent global chemicals firm is searching for a commercially focused sales expert to enhance B2B sales, cultivate fresh business opportunities, and oversee key client relationships throughout Africa and the GCC regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive business development initiatives and expand the customer base in assigned territories.
• Manage and nurture relationships with major accounts to ensure continued growth.
• Identify and secure new business prospects within the industrial chemicals sector.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• At least five years of hands-on B2B sales experience in sectors such as industrial chemicals, petrochemicals, solvents, lubricants, base oils, polymers, specialty chemicals, or coatings.
• An established client network and proven sales track record within the industrial chemicals industry.
• Demonstrated success in acquiring new customers while maintaining existing accounts.
• Experience in dealing with manufacturers, distributors, and industrial consumers.
• Strong technical knowledge related to industrial chemical products and their applications.
• Relevant academic background in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Business, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Willingness to undertake frequent travel and ability to work independently with personal vehicle, laptop, and home office equipment.

Additional Information

Seniority level will depend on the candidate's technical expertise, industry experience, and the scale or value of their existing customer portfolio (sales book).