Current Jobs at Engen

Purpose of the Job

To manage the interface between the organization and industry-specific customers, in addition provide support in order to optimize opportunities sales and maximize growth potential in line with Commercial's plans

Who you are

• You are highly motivated to maximize sales opportunities in the Automotive and/or manufacturing industries specifically Industrial Lubricants sales.
• You have built meaningful business relationships with large industrial, manufacturing, automotive franchise and OEM customers.
• You are an expert at identifying business opportunities and maintaining customer base.
• You are passionate about people, relationship building and results.
• You have excellent interpersonal skills dealing with company directors/ executives, procurements officers and shop floor personnel
• You have a reputation for providing excellent service, adding value to clients and growing your sales portfolio.

What you've done before

Baseline:

• NQF level 6 (in Science, Engineering, Business or related) 
• Minimum 3 years sales and technical related experience
• knowledge of Automotive and Industrial manufacturing environment in South Africa
• Experience working with Tier 1 clients and executive management.

Advantageous:

• 5+ years’ experience in sales and marketing
• Ability to work individually and successfully in an ever-changing environment and navigate ambiguity
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage your portfolio and understand the demands of the business environment.
• Advanced selling technique knowledge, technical skill or desire to acquire same

What you will be doing

• Proactively increase sales of Industrial Lubricants through existing customers
• Building a new customer base and identifying opportunities
• Measuring results against volume plan, budget plan and profitability 
• Creating environment for customers to recommend your service and products
• Maximizing sales and profitability through achieving and exceeding business plan.
• You will create strong brand image
• You will leverage on regional and national opportunities to grow your business.

Exciting Challenges

• Applies knowledge of Industrial Lubricants products in the marketplace to advance the organisation’s business goals
• Driving the Engen brand and products to customers in the Automotive and Industrial space.
• Creates opportunities for growth
• Effectively communicate to clients, colleagues and stakeholders.

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Who You Are:

• You are dynamic thinker with a high aptitude for learning.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build solid relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to identify, prioritize and solve high impact business issues.
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills.
• You can work under pressure.
• You are organized and task orientated.
• You have a good understanding of time management and can work under continual deadlines.
• You have a reputation for integrity.

What you have done before

Baseline:

• NQF Level 5 (Higher Certificate in Administration/ Business or related
• Proficiency is using MS Office
• Knowledge and understanding of various Procurement processes
• Knowledge and understanding of Management reporting processes
• Working knowledge of the SAP

Advantageous:

• Diploma in a relevant field
• 3 years’ experience in a procurement digital platform
• Working knowledge of and experience in sourcing and procurement digital platforms
• ServiceNow or equivalent service management tool experience
• Experience in master data management
• Exciting Challenges you might face in the role:
• Immerse yourself in various aspects of the Procurement function.
• Support the strategic direction of Engen’s Group Procurement strategy and digital roadmap.
• Operate effectively in an ever-changing, dynamic, and agile business environment.

What you'll be doing

• Expedite vendor onboarding process and assist stakeholders
• Provide clear communication and feedback to stakeholders
• Manage queries promptly and escalate as needed
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations
• Document vendor details accurately and maintain data integrity
• Monitor system integration and resolve issues
• Implement improvements for efficient procurement procedures