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Sales Executive – Polymers (African Markets)

Job Summary

We are seeking a driven and target-oriented Sales Executive to expand polymer sales across African markets. The ideal candidate will have strong business development skills, the ability to build long-term client relationships, and a willingness to travel extensively for market expansion and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Market Development & Expansion

  • Develop and grow polymer product sales across key African markets.
  • Identify new clients, distributors, wholesalers, and business opportunities.
  • Conduct market research to understand demand trends and competitor activity.

Client Relationship Management

  • Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers.
  • Build trust-based partnerships with buyers, distributors, and trading companies.
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Sales Performance & Execution

  • Achieve monthly and annual sales targets for volume and revenue.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth order processing and delivery.
  • Prepare structured sales reports and pipeline updates.

Travel & Field Engagement

  • Travel to African countries for business development, client meetings, and market visits.
  • Represent the company professionally in all regional engagements.


Requirements

Mandatory

  • Nationality: African
  • Language: Swahili (Required)
  • Fluent in English; additional African languages are an advantage.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Business Administration.
  • 2–5 years of experience in polymer, plastics, or raw material sales preferred.
  • Experience working in trading companies is highly preferred.

Skills & Attributes

  • Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Target-driven, proactive, and self-motivated.
  • Willingness to travel frequently across African markets.
  • Candidates on dependent/sponsored visas preferred.

Key Skills

  • Business development
  • Client relationship management
  • Negotiation and deal closing
  • Market research and competitor analysis
  • Sales pipeline management

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary + performance incentives
  • Exposure to international markets
  • Opportunity to grow within a fast-paced trading environment


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