Jobs at Kärcher South Africa

This is how you WOW:

• You will lead Kärcher's growth across the industrial channel, developing strategies that place our WOW professional products in front of businesses nationwide.
• Your mission is to build powerful relationships with industrial clients, identifying potential customers and offering cleaning solutions for all parts of their business.
• You will be the architect of our industrial success, ensuring our brand presence is strong and sales targets are exceeded through expert consultation and compelling on-site product demonstrations.

It would be WOW if you would bring this in:

• Proven experience of 3+ years in field sales.
• Matric is essential; a Sales Diploma or Degree is advantageous.
• A strong technical aptitude and the ability to clearly communicate at all levels.
• Exceptional negotiation, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
• A valid driver’s license and the flexibility to keep the company vehicle in a roadworthy condition.

Your WOW impact:

• Achieve your annual sales budget and targets for the Direct Professional channel.
• Maintain a minimum of 25 face-to-face customer visits and conduct at least 3 product demos per week.
• Submit a minimum of 10 quotes weekly and ensure all customer information and activities are accurately captured in our CRM system (OneView).
• Deliver, commission, and provide training for all machines sold to the customer, completing all handover documentation.

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This is how you WOW:

• Drive Kärcher's retail growth by developing strategies and building powerful relationships with major retail chains like Massmart, Clicks, and Dis-Chem.
• You'll be the architect of our retail success, strengthening our brand presence and exceeding sales targets through innovative campaigns.

It would be WOW if you would bring this in:

• 5+ years of proven key account or channel management experience in the retail/consumer goods sector.
• Matric is essential; a relevant Degree or Diploma is a plus.
• Deep understanding of the SA retail landscape (buyer cycles, promotions); experience with major chains is a significant advantage.
• Exceptional negotiation and analytical skills, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility for nationwide travel.

Your WOW impact:

• Achieve and surpass retail sales and profitability targets.
• Develop and execute the channel business plan with regular performance reporting.
• Secure premium in-store visibility and brand presence across all key accounts.
• Conduct regular training to empower retail teams to demonstrate the Kärcher WOW.

Our Kärcher WOW Package:

• A competitive salary with performance-linked commission.
• Includes a company vehicle, fuel card, cellphone, and laptop.
• We offer Pension, Medical Aid, and employee discounts on our products.
• Benefit from ongoing training via the Kärcher Academy, a supportive team culture, and growth opportunities within a global leader in sustainability and excellence.