Senior Sales Manager
- Tanzania, United Republic of
- Remote
- Full-time
- POSTED 7 MONTHS AGO
About the job
About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Sales Manager to drive sales growth, expand our customer base, and strengthen key account relationships within the polymer industry. This individual will play a critical role in executing structured sales strategies, delivering market insights, and supporting customers with value-added solutions.
This is a high-impact position requiring strong commercial acumen, deep industry knowledge, and the ability to manage complex customer relationships while delivering consistent sales performance.
Key Responsibilities Sales Growth & Customer Development
Drive revenue growth by expanding existing accounts and developing new customer relationships Manage the full sales cycle, including ensuring timely payment collection from customers Sales Strategy & Program Execution
Develop and implement structured sales and marketing plans to deliver consistent monthly sales performance Execute account-specific sales programs to ensure stable, predictable product offtake Key Account Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with major customers Expand customer network to support nationwide sales coverage and long-term growth Market Intelligence & Commercial Insights
Gather real-time market intelligence on pricing, demand, and competitive dynamics Provide actionable insights to leadership to support pricing and commercial strategy Logistics & Financial Awareness
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of logistics, supply chain conditions, foreign exchange, and banking solutions Support customers with import planning and commercial decision-making Inventory Monitoring & Forecasting
Track local and pipeline inventory levels Develop accurate sales forecasts and implement processes to support supply and demand planning Industry & Application Expertise
Develop deep understanding of polymer applications and end-use markets Deliver tailored commercial proposals aligned with customer needs and target segments Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Science, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
5–10+ years of sales experience in the polymer industry (polyolefins, recycled resins, or related materials preferred)
Proven track record of managing a meaningful sales portfolio and delivering revenue growth
Strong experience managing key accounts and building long-term customer relationships
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Strong commercial judgment and ability to interpret market trends and data