Sales Manager (Rooftop)
Location: Kya Sands
Salary: R 900 000 CTC per annum
Lead the charge in South Africa’s fast-growing solar industry and shape the future of rooftop energy solutions.
Is this you?
You’re a commercially sharp, technically minded sales leader who thrives in a target-driven environment. Entrepreneurial and self-motivated, you enjoy building relationships, influencing key stakeholders and closing complex deals. You’re equally comfortable leading a team as you are rolling up your sleeves in the field. Resilient under pressure, organised, and goal-driven, you operate with integrity and enjoy working within a multicultural, global environment.What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)
You’ll develop and execute the sales and marketing strategy for the rooftop segment, focusing on key accounts such as wholesalers, distributors and EPCs. From managing and growing a sales team to generating new business leads, you’ll oversee the full sales cycle – prospecting, client visits, presentations, negotiations and key account management. You’ll develop pricing strategies, forecasts and reports, maintain CRM accuracy, and align closely with engineering, supply chain and product teams to deliver tailored solutions. This role includes national and international travel and offers the opportunity to expand market share locally while exploring new international markets.Where you’ll be doing it
Our client is a globally established player in the solar PV mounting structure industry, known for engineering excellence and high-quality manufacturing in steel and aluminium systems. With an international footprint and strong reputation in renewable energy, they combine corporate structure with an entrepreneurial local team culture focused on growth and innovation in South Africa.What you’ll need
A relevant Business or Commerce qualification (BCom, MBA or similar), coupled with strong technical acumen in engineering-related fields. You bring 10+ years’ B2B technical sales experience, ideally within multi-channel environments, and have managed complex sales cycles from start to finish. Strong Excel, CRM and ERP proficiency is essential, as is the ability to manage multiple projects and influence stakeholders. Fluency in English and Afrikaans is required.What you’ll get
A competitive, performance-driven package aligned to your experience, the opportunity to lead or grow into leadership, exposure to international markets, and the chance to play a key role in a rapidly expanding renewable energy sector.How to apply
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