Job Description

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.



Freudenberg Performance Materials is a leading global supplier of innovative technical textiles for the markets of automotive, building materials, apparel, energy, filter media, healthcare, building interiors, shoe and leather goods as well as specialties. The company generates sales of approx. 1.6 billion euros, has 32 production sites in 14 countries around the world and more than 5,000 employees. Freudenberg Performance Materials attaches great importance to social and ecological responsibility as the basis for its business success.
Some of your Benefits


Company Pension


Health Insurance


International Opportunities


Diversity & Inclusion


Sustainability & Social Commitment



Johannesburg
Cape Town


Hybrid Work

Freudenberg Nonwovens (Pty.) Ltd.
You support our team as
SENIOR KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER GDM - SUB-SAHARA AFRICA (F/M/D)
Responsibilities


Achieve financial targets (Sales, Gross Profit, WC, Cash Flow) and non-financial strategic goals. Develop and implement country-specific distributor strategies aligned with FHCS's overall objectives and KPIs. Act as a corporate entrepreneur, driving initiatives that create value for both the assigned markets and the company as a whole. Ensure compliance with Freudenberg and FHCS policies, practices, strategic goals, and reporting requirements. Represent FHCS as a trusted ambassador, enhancing the company's reputation through collaboration with customers, communities, authorities, and employees while upholding ethical standards. Qualifications


Minimum 5 years of proven sales experience in an international, multicultural environment, with strong sales management expertise (FMCG experience is a plus) University degree required Demonstrated leadership qualities and commitment to personal development. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and drive change Willingness to travel within the region (up to 40%). Fluent in English, both written and spoken The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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