Africa Sales Leader - Engineered Systems - Water & Wastewater Treatment M/F

Africa Sales Leader - Engineered Systems - Water & Wastewater Treatment M/FFull-timeContract Type: StandardAre you looking for a meaningful experience with high stakes in water treatment? And you’d like to work in a company committed to the environment? Join Veolia!By joining Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions, not only will you become a Resourcer, but you will also take part in providing complete solutions for water treatment. By innovating in key areas such as sustainable development, resource and product recovery, we want to offer water-related solutions suited for every application.The Engineered Systems (ES) Africa Sales Leader will be responsible for implementing the company’s strategy and sales plan/target in Africa. The individual will lead VWTS ES sales managers in Africa and will be personally responsible for the existing client base and growth of the business in French-speaking North African countries.The Africa Sales Leader along with their team will be responsible for managing and growing the customer base primarily through indirect channels as well as selected direct sales to key end users, selling the value of VWTS technologies and solutions, including membranes and filters, skid-mounted equipment, and other products.Key Responsibilities:Achieving and exceeding sales and growth targets in Africa by promoting, specifying, and selling VWTS portfolio of technologies through indirect and selected direct channels.Proactively developing and securing business in Africa in the municipal and industrial water and wastewater sector.Developing a strong pipeline of project opportunities in Africa containing VWTS core technologies and solutions.Manage Channel Partners’ relationship and identify and onboard new channel partners as needed to support the growth of VWTS Product sales in African countries and market verticals.Negotiating and closing profitable contracts in line with VWTS processes and guidelines in a timely and efficient manner.Developing strong professional and strategic relationships with engineering consultants, EPC companies, end users, and key regional or sector influencers.Minimum Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or similar.Minimum 10 years of technical experience in the water/wastewater treatment field.Minimum of 5 to 7 years sales experience in Africa in the water & wastewater treatment market with a broad contact list of end users, EPC companies, plant operators, maintenance companies, and relevant potential clients.Demonstrated experience in selling water and wastewater membranes and equipment in the water and wastewater treatment industry.Demonstrated ability in promoting and selling Products through distributors and resellers in the water and wastewater treatment market.Demonstrated ability to manage in a matrix environment/organization and work as a team member.Demonstrated ability to meet sales targets and schedule commitments.Ability to develop relationships at all levels of the customer organization.Strong communication and leadership skills.Experience working with senior client representatives and government officials.Ability to travel to meet customers within the assigned region without any restrictions.Strong oral and written communication skills in English, French, and Arabic.Enhanced computer skills, preferably with Google Suite.Desired Characteristics:Ability to prioritize multi-faceted, fast-paced job tasks.High proficiency in using applicable membrane modeling software.We offer you the opportunity to join a Group whose goal is to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation!As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr