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Senior District Sales Manager - Water Treatment Ch

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Minimum requirements for the role:A tertiary qualification in either chemistry or chemical engineering or environmental science, or a related field is pref but not essential.Previous experience having worked within the water treatment or related industry is essential for the role.Previous experience having worked in a managerial role managing and leading a team of sales and service staff.Demonstrated ability to build, inspire, and lead high-performing teams across functions (sales, operations, service).Proven ability to develop and articulate a clear regional strategy aligned with corporate goals.Strong understanding of industrial market dynamics in Gauteng and broader South Africa.Ability to identify growth opportunities, streamline operations, and enhance market penetration.Demonstrated success in managing multi-disciplinary sales teams and achieving sales targets.Technical knowledge of water treatment processes, chemistry, and equipment (boiler, cooling, wastewater, reverse osmosis, etc.).Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.Strategic thinker with analytical and problem-solving capabilities.The candidate must have strong boiler, cooling water and effluent water treatment experience.The successful candidate will be responsible for:Managing and driving a sales and technical team at customer sites within the industrial, mining and related water treatment markets, ensuring that the company achieves the revenue, profitability, and market share objectives aligned with the companys portfolio of water treatment chemistry, design, and equipment offerings.Preparing and achieving regional sales budgets. Responsible for achieving budgeted sales and profit plan and responsible for the sales and servicing of customers.Accompanying sales and service staff when visiting all strategic and major accounts in your region, in order to ascertain account status.Training, coaching and motivation of all staff members in the region.Supplying the direct manager with a monthly regional report outlining the regions activities, sales results and opposition activities.Analysing, evaluating and reviewing progress goals and if necessary, change sales strategies and/or plans with the approval of your senior manager.Attending sales, technical and customer conferences, exhibitions and meetings, join professional societies in order to stay abreast of market/industry developments.Develop and implement district sales strategies aligned with regional and national objectives.Lead the district to meet or exceed sales targets for water treatment chemicals, systems, and equipment.Provide expert technical support and problem-solving for complex water treatment challenges.Conduct client visits, presentation https://www.executiveplacements.com/Jobs/S/Senior-District-Sales-Manager-Water-Treatment-Chem-1204995-Job-Search-07-21-2025-10-35-52-AM.asp?sid=gumtree

6mo

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Kensington

Analytical Chemist / Chemical Analyst Pretoria

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About the role:We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Chemical Analyst / Analytical Chemist with expertise in gas analysis to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for analysing gas samples, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and utilizing advanced analytical techniques to support research and quality control. Responsibilities:Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of gas samples using techniques such as Gas Chromatography (GC), Mass Spectrometry (MS), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and other advanced analytical methods.Develop, validate, and optimise analytical methods for detecting and quantifying various gases.Interpret and document analytical results, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure precision and reliability of analytical measurements.Prepare technical reports and communicate findings effectively to internal and external stakeholders.Support research and development projects related to gas analysis and quality control.Ensure compliance with ISO, EPA, ASTM, and other relevant industry standards and regulations.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including environmental scientists, engineers, and regulatory bodies, to provide analytical support.Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and recommend improvements to enhance analytical efficiency.Maintain proper documentation, laboratory records, and safety procedures to ensure a compliant and safe working environment. QualificationsBachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.Proven experience in gas analysis, laboratory instrumentation, and analytical method development.Hands-on experience with GC, MS, FTIR, and other gas analysis techniques is highly preferred.Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as EPA, ISO 17025, OSHA, or similar.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.Excellent communication and technical writing skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.Proficiency in laboratory software, data analysis tools, and statistical evaluation. https://www.executiveplacements.com/Jobs/A/Analytical-Chemist-Chemical-Analyst-Pretoria-1253291-Job-Search-01-19-2026-10-15-16-AM.asp?sid=gumtree

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Mamelodi

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ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipTranslate Board-level strategy into practical commercial execution plans.To pursue markets, customers and products, which can deliver long-term profitability and sustainability of the business and satisfy the identified needs of customers who require our products throughout South Africa and appropriate global markets.Identify market trends, emerging technologies, and new opportunities across personal care, home care, and cosmetic sectors.Lead national sales strategy, ensuring sustainable growth across all product categoriesSales Growth & Market DevelopmentDrive revenue growth in existing and new markets.Expand key account relationships and open new channels to industry sectors that depend on high-performance lubrication chemistry.Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and sales targets aligned with business objectives.Implement structured sales processes, reporting tools, and customer management disciplines. Product & Technology CommercialisationWork closely with R&D team to evaluate and commercialise new emollient technologies as well as Synthetic and Biodegradable Sustainable Lubricants sourced globally for a South African market.Build and maintain strong relationships with international principals and technology partners.Oversee product launches, positioning, pricing, value propositions and technical sales support.Team Leadership & Performance ManagementLead, coach, and develop a national sales team.Create a performance culture centred on accountability, client service excellence, and technical credibility.Ensure alignment between Sales, R&D, Technical, Operations and Supply Chain.Stakeholder & Industry EngagementBuild and maintain industry credibility with clients, suppliers, technical bodies, and regulatory authorities.Represent the business at conferences, technical events and key customer forums.Required ExperienceTechnical & Sector BackgroundExperience in emollient technology, speciality chemicals or advanced Functional chemistry.Exposure working with high-performance lubricants, synthetic chemistries, additives or related engineered products.Commercial Track Record5+ years in senior sales leadership roles in the same or a similar industry.Demonstrated ability to take a mandate/strategy and convert it into a viable and profitable business outcome.Proven success in market development, account expansion and commercialising technical products.Strong experience managing budgets, forecasts, and long-cycle B2B sales cycles.Leadership C https://www.executiveplacements.com/Jobs/C/Consumer-Care-Sales-Director-1249954-Job-Search-01-09-2026-10-12-06-AM.asp?sid=gumtree

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Greyville

Senior Consultant (Contaminated Land/ Geochemistry

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Job Description: The candidate will be required to ensure technical delivery of projects, including risk and quality management. The candidate should have experience in development of technical documents (reports) for clients throughout various project execution phases (pre-feasibility, feasibility, site assessment, remediation, and decommissioning/closure). The candidate is expected to maintain, build, and further develop client relationships as part of project delivery and business development. As such, the candidate is expected to:Create own work.Be approached directly by previous clients to accept new projects.Begin developing a client base of their own and strive to create enough work to keep themselves and juniors busy. The candidate should have experience in managing and executing projects in South Africa and elsewhere. Core Functions:Manage contamination/remediation and geochemistry projectsCompile proposals and reportsCoordinate project schedulesIndependently undertake site assessments/field workManage budgetsAppoint and manage sub-contractorsDevelop and sustain new business and client relationships andSupervise and mentor junior colleagues. Competencies and Characteristics:Excellent land contamination/geology/chemistry/industrial waste & mine residue characterisation and management/pollution source identification and control knowledgeExcellent core logging and sampling skills (soil and groundwater)Ability to work in a dynamic consulting environmentSelf-starter and committed team playerDemonstrate growing ability to create new work for self and othersBe alert to market developments and opportunity for new workExcellent reporting, communication and presentation skills andAnalytical and integrative skills across diverse sectors. Qualifications:Honours or higher in Geology or Environmental Geology or Hydrogeology or Chemistry or Geochemistry or higher / other relevant degreePr.Sci.Nat Registration8 to 12 years relevant experienceValid drivers licence and own transport andWillingness to travel within and outside South Africa. Salary and Rewards: We believe that people are our major asset. Our ability to attract and retain highly motivated employees is largely dependent on the opportunities that we provide for individuals to satisfy their personal goals within the framework of the organisation. To achieve these objectives, we aim to:Pay above-average packages for good performance and monitoring the remuneration structure in each relevant market so that we dont fall behind https://www.executiveplacements.com/Jobs/S/Senior-Consultant-Contaminated-Land-Geochemistry-E-1202380-Job-Search-07-11-2025-04-23-21-AM.asp?sid=gumtree

6mo

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Kensington

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