Gas Geyser Sales Specialist

Introduction

Do you know the gas geyser and water-heating market inside out — and have the industry relationships to prove it?

KWIKOT (HAIER) SA is looking for an experienced Gas Geyser Sales Specialist to grow our presence across South Africa and develop new market opportunities.

This is not a general sales position. We are looking for a gas geyser / gas water heating industry specialist who understands the products, customers, competitors and sales channels within the market.

You will combine your technical product knowledge, business development experience and established industry network to identify opportunities, develop sales channels and grow both B2B and B2C business.

If you have at least 5 years' experience within the gas geyser, gas water heater or related water-heating industry , we want to hear from you.

Duties & Responsibilities

Market Development & Business Growth

• Research the South African gas geyser and water-heating market, identifying customer needs, market trends, competitor activity and new commercial opportunities.

• Use your existing gas geyser industry knowledge and network to develop and maintain strong sales channels.

• Build relationships across building material suppliers, plumbing and hardware channels, home improvement businesses, developers, installers, retailers, distributors and corporate procurement customers .

• Develop both B2B and B2C customer opportunities and establish a sustainable customer pipeline.

• Identify potential opportunities within South Africa as well as selected international markets.

• Provide market intelligence and competitor insights to support future commercial strategy.

Sales & Business Development

• Develop regional sales strategies aligned with annual company sales objectives.

• Set and manage monthly and quarterly sales targets.

• Prospect for new customers and actively convert opportunities into business.

• Conduct customer visits, technical product presentations and product demonstrations.

• Develop tailored commercial proposals for different customer segments.

• Clearly communicate the technical and commercial advantages of KWIKOT gas geyser solutions.

• Negotiate and close sales while developing long-term customer relationships.

• Continuously identify opportunities to increase product penetration and market share.

Customer & Key Account Management

• Manage customer relationships throughout the complete sales lifecycle.

• Provide customers with guidance regarding gas geyser products, applications, installation and maintenance requirements .

• Coordinate contract, order and delivery requirements with relevant internal teams.

• Assist with customer queries, complaints and after-sales requirements.

• Conduct regular follow-ups with key customers.

• Identify opportunities for repeat business, upselling, cross-selling and customer referrals .

• Build trusted relationships with retailers, distributors, installers and other industry partners.

Sales Reporting & Commercial Intelligence

• Track and report on sales performance, customer acquisition, pipeline activity and channel conversion.

• Analyse unsuccessful opportunities and identify ways to improve conversion.

• Monitor channel performance and recommend improvements.

• Report market challenges, competitor activity and emerging customer requirements.

• Continuously refine customer acquisition and sales strategies based on market feedback.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 or N3 equivalent.

• A qualification in Business, Sales or Marketing will be advantageous.

• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office .

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience within the Gas Geyser / Gas Water Heater industry – essential.

• Proven sales, business development or channel development experience.

• Strong understanding of the South African gas geyser and water-heating market.

• Existing industry relationships and knowledge of relevant sales channels will be highly advantageous.

• Experience developing and executing commercial or business development strategies.

Experience dealing with external retailers, distributors, installers or other channel partners

Package & Remuneration

Competitive market- related  remuneration  package.

Interested?

Ready to Grow the Gas Water Heating Market With Us?

If you have built your career in the gas geyser / gas water heating industry and are ready to use your technical expertise, commercial ability and industry relationships to drive growth with an established brand, we would like to hear from you.

Apply through Pnet today.

Only applicants who meet the essential requirements will be considered. If you have not received feedback within two weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.