Sales Manager – South and Middle Africa

About Us

GGM Gastro is one of Europe’s leading suppliers of professional commercial kitchen equipment, serving restaurants, hotels, catering businesses, and food service operators worldwide.

To strengthen our export activities in Africa, we are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Sales Manager for the South African Market.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop B2B sales activities in the Middle and South African market
• Identify and acquire new customers (restaurants, hotel chains, distributors, catering companies)
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Handle the full sales cycle: inquiry, quotation, negotiation, closing, and after-sales follow-up
• Develop and expand distributor networks
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis
• Handle export pricing and international shipment coordination
• Achieve monthly and annual sales targets

Requirements

• Fluent English or French (C1-C2 level), Native African language (must).
• Minimum 3 years of B2B sales experience in the Middle or South African market (export sales preferred)
• Strong knowledge of the Middle or South African market
• Experience in food service, or commercial kitchen equipment industry preferred
• Understanding of international trade, Incoterms, and export processes
• Experience working with distributors and international clients
• Excellent negotiation and closing skills
• High level of independence, accountability, and self-motivation
• Results-driven and target-oriented mindset
• Willingness and ability to travel when needed

What We Offer

• A position in an internationally successful company
• Flat hierarchies and a supportive, friendly team
• Modern office located in Istanbul (Çağlayan)
• Free daily bakery breakfast, coffee, tea, and water
• Transportation allowance and monthly meal card
• Additional private health insurance (fully covered by the employer)
• Internal development and career growth opportunities
• Regular team events and company gatherings

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job Type: Full-time