Account Manager – Generalist (Vaal Region) at Hilti Group

• This is no ordinary sales job - if you are able to work in a fast-paced, unique environment - then we are looking for you. This role is designed to offer an exciting opportunity to step into a dynamic customer-facing environment, while gaining valuable skills and exposure that will prepare you for possible future responsibilities in a leadership/management role.

What You'll Do:

• You will be responsible for driving sales growth within an assigned territory by managing opportunities and meeting sales targets. 
• The role involves working across diverse environments such as mining and construction sites, plants, offices, and warehouses. 
• You will build strong relationships with partners, contractors, system integrators, and end users, while growing key products and successfully introducing new ones. 
• The position requires ensuring effective customer coverage to achieve profitable growth, actively demonstrating and supporting Hilti products, and maintaining a strong understanding of the market and competitors through ongoing research and monthly reporting.

What You'll Bring:To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree/Postgraduate qualification (Honors) – MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 3-5 years working experience in a Mining/Construction related role.
• A solid understanding of strategic sales and sales processes, with exposure to developing a fact base, customer data analysis and pricing.
• Successful experiences in working with large sales teams
• Evidence networking across multidisciplinary teams – that includes relationship development at senior management level (Owner, GM, CEO, HOD’s)Demonstrable experience in developing client-focused, differentiated and achievable solutions.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to structure clear presentations and simplify a message
• Willingness to go the extra mile.

What's In It for You:

• We provide you with all the resources and support needed to succeed in your role, including a fully equipped company vehicle and personalized one-to-one coaching.
• You will manage your own portfolio of customers, take full ownership of your business while working within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• You will be entrusted with significant responsibility and the autonomy to deliver outstanding results.
• Reporting directly to your Sales Manager, you will receive ongoing guidance, training, and professional development to help you perform at your best.
• As you demonstrate your capabilities, you will have access to opportunities across the wider business, allowing you to gain experience in different roles and functions.
• This flexibility enables you to align your career progression with your ambitions and build a rewarding, long term career.