Technical Sales and Product Manager - Lubricants

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001617/EV

Date posted:

Monday, December 1, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

An established international chemical distributor is actively seeking the above to maximise profitability, control working capital, grow the industry portfolio, and achieve budgetary objectives for the selected product portfolio.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a relevant B.Sc. degree or equivalent qualification
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a commercial/technical environment
Experience in the sales of raw materials into the Lubricants and Oil industries is essential
Formulation knowledge for these applications is advantageous
Previous experience with export-related markets would be an advantage
Excellent communication skills and the ability to compile and present presentations and reports
Strong commercial drive, analytical mindset, and good interpersonal skills
Must have a valid drivers’ license and be willing to travel on a national basis, into Africa as well as abroad if and when required

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Maximizing profitability, controlling working capital, growing the portfolio, and achieving budgetary objectives for the selected product portfolio.
Introducing new product ranges, concepts, and applications to the market.
Providing technical assistance to customers and colleagues.
Constructing a business plan that includes strategies and sales forecasts for annual budgets.
Assisting in coordinating sales of products and managing product availability on a national basis.
Maintaining customer databases for all allocated customers in the CRM system on an ongoing basis.
Managing stock, debtors, and working capital.
Obtaining information related to specific market surveys.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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