Jobs at Pump & Abrasion Technologies

Primary Mission

• Lead and grow Curve Gear’s B2B department by driving sales, building strong client relationships, managing affiliates, and positioning Curve Gear as the premium partner for customised apparel in South Africa and beyond.

Core Responsibilities

Sales Leadership

• Take ownership of the B2B sales pipeline from prospecting → closing → repeat business.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers across target sectors (lodges, corporates, events, schools, sports clubs, resellers).
• Present, pitch, and negotiate deals at volume-based discount levels.
• Drive adoption of Curve Gear’s affiliate program through onboarding and supporting affiliates.
• Identify new high-value opportunities and close marquee accounts.

Sales Strategy Execution

• Work with General Manager to refine and implement the B2B sales strategy.
• Prioritise high-value sectors and clients with the biggest growth potential.
• Build quarterly sales targets and hit or exceed them.
• Leverage collateral (catalogues, samples, in-store signage) to support sales pitches.
• Ensure pricing, discounts, and commission structures are correctly applied.

Affiliate Program Management

• Recruit, train, and support affiliates to maximise their sales contribution.
• Track performance and ensure fair, timely payouts of commissions.
• Develop communication and support structures to keep affiliates motivated and aligned with Curve Gear’s brand.

Order & Process Management

• Ensure smooth handover to admin for quoting, order processing, and for fulfilment.
• Ensure accuracy in Shopify quotes, payment collection (100% upfront), and order timelines.
• Liaise with operations and production teams on customisation lead times, approvals, and delivery.
• Maintain visibility on every live order and communicate proactively with clients.

Growth & Partnerships

• Build strategic partnerships with lodges, corporates, and resellers to create long-term repeat business.
• Attend trade shows, expos, and networking events to generate leads.
• Actively seek collaboration with agents and middlemen to expand Curve Gear’s reach.

Key KPIs

• B2B Sales Revenue (quarterly and annual targets).
• Number of new accounts signed.
• Retention and repeat order rate.
• Affiliate network growth and commission turnover.
• Accuracy and timeliness of order processing.
• Client satisfaction and testimonial acquisition.

Tools & Support

• Shopify backend for quoting & order processing.
• Digital & physical sales collateral.
• Samples and customisation workflows.
• Affiliate tracking and reporting systems (under development).
• Dedicated admin support for paperwork and fulfilment follow-up.

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Job Summary

• Executive Personal Assistant to the Managing Director for his Group of Companies. The Executive Personal Assistant (PA) to the Managing Director (MD) provides high-level administrative, organizational, and executive support. The role requires professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive information while ensuring the MD’s office runs efficiently and effectively. This entails the daily assistance of the MD, including but not limited to; preparing all documentation for approval and signoff under the guidelines and standard expected by the company, the execution of any daily tasks in a timely manner.
• It is the expectation that the Executive Personal Assistant will at all times prioritize the MD and execute any tasks throughout the day with the core goal in mind of alleviating the administrative burdens faced by the MD. Urgent items should be flagged and processed immediately. All other tasks should be processed as quickly as possible.

Duties & Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Maintain the utmost confidentiality on all matters.
• Manage the MD’s calendar, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements.
• Act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the MD’s office
• Represent the MD’s office with professionalism and integrity.
• Handle sensitive business and personal matters as required.
• Draft, review, and manage correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documentation.
• Checking requisitions as per the guidelines and standards and processing for approval in a timely manner. Attending to any admin stemming from the approval phase.
• Checking payment packs as per the guidelines and standards and processing for approval in a timely manner. Attending to any admin stemming from the approval phase and keeping an accurate record of all payments once submitted for approval.
• Ensuring that monthly payment packs once received are processed for payment before the last day of the month.
• Assist in the planning and execution of special projects.
• Track deadlines, deliverables, and commitments to ensure the MD is fully briefed and prepared.
• Conduct research and compile data for decision-making and strategic planning.
• Checking expense claims as per the guidelines and standards and processing for approval in a timely manner. Attending to any admin stemming from the approval phase.
• Ensuring that all documentation such as vendor, creditor apps etc. are submitted and check by finance in the correct manner.
• Event planning, planning events such as monthly braai’s and golf days etc. at the request of the MD. Any and all administrative duties stemming from planning and arrangements. Including attending events to ensure that arrangements are executed correctly.
• Diary management.
• Screening calls for the MD and communicating efficiently.
• Ad hock daily tasks as given by the MD. These tasks will vary daily and should be executed in an efficient timely manner.
• Ad hock office management tasks such as but not limited to ordering furniture etc,
• Groceries and any other ad hoc products – Checking stock and ordering the monthly groceries and any other required stock that farm requires.
• Implementing and executing efficient processes and procedures for improvement as set out by the MD.
• Ensuring that all needs for client meetings are executed accordingly – Ensuring that a venue, snacks, drinks and food are booked accordingly etc.
• Managing the task list of duties and following up on due dates and deadlines as set out by the MD. To ensure that tasks are executed quickly and efficiently.
• Liaising information efficiently between the MD and other employees.
• Minute Taking for meetings as and when required. Preparing agendas and follow ups pertaining to these meetings.
• Collating daily, weekly and monthly management reports as requested by the MD.
• Preparing reports as requested.
• Efficient filling and document control.
• Any other requirements as per the Managing Director

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Must live in Wellington Cape Town
• Financial Qualification with at least 4 years of Bookkeeping experience
• Financial recons
• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Must be Bilingual, with Afrikaans as a first language
• Established proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Availability to work extended hours as per operational requirements.
• Passionate about getting things done right, first time, every time.
• Self-Starter
• Ability to work efficiently on own or as part of a team, in a highly pressurized environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Flexible in terms of working hours (overtime and weekend work when required).
• Excellent sense of urgency.
• Highly organized and able to manage task lists.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Highly dedicated to the job and willing to go the extra mile.
• Respectful approach towards upper-level management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to make a plan in a tough situation.
• Multi-tasking.
• Time conscious.