Johannesburg: Export Area Manager

Export Area Manager Drive cross-border growth and market penetration in the automotive battery sector Elandsfontein | Automotive Industry | Office Hours: 08:0017:00 About Our Client Our client is a well-established manufacturer and distributor of high-performance automotive batteries, supplying both local and international markets. With a strong focus on innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction, the company is driven by a commitment to power mobility solutions across Southern Africa and beyond. This is a great opportunity to join a stable and growing business with a strong footprint in the region. The Role: Area Export Manager As the Export Area Manager, you will play a critical role in growing market share across designated export territories. Your mission will be to drive sales, retain key clients, and identify new cross-border opportunities for the business. This is a strategic, customer-facing role where your ability to manage accounts, drive new business, and collaborate with internal teams will directly impact revenue growth and customer retention. Key Responsibilities Minimum 5-8 years of experience in sales, exports, or business development in the automotive or manufacturing sector Drive and achieve export sales targets by developing action plans aligned with company strategy Identify new business opportunities and prepare compelling business cases for potential clients Manage customer accounts, build strong relationships, and ensure high retention through regular visits and performance reviews Monitor customer buying patterns and support forecasting to optimise stock management Collaborate with the finance team to ensure effective debt collection and risk management Oversee export documentation, credit applications, permits, and reporting accuracy Ensure compliance with internal governance, export regulations, and audit requirements Liaise with warehousing and logistics to ensure timeous order fulfilment Monitor and manage stakeholder expectations internally and externally Support budgeting processes and cost-saving initiatives within your region About You 5 years’ experience in a sales/export/account management role, preferably in automotive, battery, or manufacturing sectors Proven cross-border sales experience into Southern African markets Strong understanding of export documentation, credit terms, and customer account management Highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing reporting and administrative tasks Commercially savvy with strong negotiation and problem-solving skills Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build long-term stakeholder relationships Proactive, target-driven, and able to operate both strategically and hands-on Valid drivers license and willingness to travel regionally