Area Manager Cape Town

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr003058/EHo

Date posted:

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

550000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a natural deal-maker who knows their switchgear from their circuit breaker and can spark sales without tripping relationships? If the thought of growing a territory, electrifying client relationships and powering revenue gets your current flowing, this Area Manager (External Sales) role in Cape Town’s northern suburbs is ready for you to plug into.

POSITION INFO:
Join a respected industry leader within the electrical engineering sector, proudly part of a JSE listed conglomerate that is putting innovation, service excellence and technical expertise at the forefront of South Africa’s industrial growth. As an Area Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind commercial growth in your region, building relationships, supporting solutions and matching top-tier electrical products to customer needs across multiple market segments. From system integrators to wholesalers, OEMs to consultants, you’ll be the trusted advisor who keeps customers powered with the right solutions, every time.

Key Responsibilities:

Sell to and support existing customers in your allocated region
Build strong relationships with end users, OEMs, panel builders, system integrators, consultants, contractors and wholesalers
Maintain and expand a robust customer database while growing both existing and new business
Prepare proposals, quotations and reports that switch customers to “Yes!"
Conduct client presentations and training sessions on product offerings
Track meetings, sales figures, and monthly forecasts against targets
Promote the full product portfolio and align it to customer needs

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Relevant tertiary qualification preferred
Experience in the electrical / switchgear industry non-negotiable
3 to 4 years’ experience in external sales, with a track record of building and closing business
Valid driver’s licence, a reliable vehicle and willingness to travel
Strong communication, relationship-building, and customer engagement skills
Ability to match solutions to customer needs and energise their buying decisions

If you’re ready to ignite sales, energise relationships and keep your career fully charged, apply now and let’s connect you to a brighter future!

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Financial Managers
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Management Accountants
Financial Controllers
Cost Accountants
Payroll
All Finance C-Suite roles

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information, contact:
Elzette Hood
Senior Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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