Mining Business Development Lead - Africa

SUMMARY:
Lead High-Value Mining Technology Deals Across Africa!

POSITION INFO:
A global technology leader operating in the mining and mineral processing space is seeking a senior Business Development Manager for Africa. This is a strategic, high-impact role for a commercially astute professional trusted to operate autonomously, manage major accounts, and close complex, high-value deals across the continent.

This position is suited to a seasoned professional, not a junior seller — someone comfortable engaging at executive, technical, and commercial levels within the mining industry.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Advanced tertiary qualification in Engineering (or closely related discipline)
• Extensive experience in mining, specifically within mineral processing technologies
• Proven track record managing key accounts and large, complex sales cycles
• Ability to operate independently and represent the business at senior industry level
• Strong commercial acumen with confidence in technical and commercial negotiations
• Willingness to travel across Africa as required

Job Experience & Skills Required

• Lead and execute Africa-wide sales strategy for advanced mining technologies
• Own and grow strategic key accounts across the region
• Drive market development, partnerships, and long-term client relationships
• Facilitate high-level technical and commercial discussions
• Identify upsell, cross-sell, and expansion opportunities within existing accounts
• Represent the business at conferences, industry events, and client engagements
• Deliver disciplined reporting, forecasting, and pipeline management

Why This Role?

• Authority to operate at executive level
• Exposure to significant budgets and decision-makers
• Influence over Africa-wide market strategy
• A role where performance and credibility matter more than micromanagement