Opportunity Available!! Our well known client in the Manufacturing Sector is looking to employ a Market Development Manager to join their team in Middelburg.

Job Description: 

Market Growth and Projects:                                                                           

• Identify new opportunities that will result in increased stainless steel usage and increased sales
• Promote the use of Steel and its capabilities at exhibitions, expos, marketing media and publications
• Identify strategic publications to partner with for advertising purposes
• Prepare articles and adverts for the different publications
• Ensure that there is sufficient relevant educational information on stainless steel

Market Intelligence:  

• Conduct research, obtain and keep marketing information on existing and new applications and developments in the Stainless Steel industry.
• Maintain an applications data base for marketing purposes           
• Liaise within the company group for learning and information sharing
• Write and submit reports to relevant stakeholders

Liaison/Coordinate:

• Liaise interdepartmentally on project related orders and for product development
• Ensure accuracy of all information on order loading
• Work closely with PR department for PR related projects
• Keep track of all new product and project related orders in the plant and closely monitor all projects to completion
• Liaise with relevant local and international associations
• Liaise with relevant industry players on existing and potential projects

Job Requirements: 

• National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with Math and Science.
• Diploma/degree in a Technical field/ Commercial/ Marketing/ Tertiary qualification in Engineering (metallurgy, mechanical, industrial, chemical or commercial (B.Com, business management) is required.
• MDP/EDP recommended.
• The incumbent should have 6 years’ experience of the business, the product and commercial processes.
• The incumbent should ensure excellent customer/supplier relations through good communication skills and experience with the markets.
• Incumbent must be able to negotiate and recommend accurately.
• Incumbent must understand the process and product grades.
• Technical report writing will be an advantage
• Incumbent must be willing to travel both domestically and internationally as required