ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to grow SAF’s presence in the copper mining market
• Prospect and identify new customers and business opportunities through market research and outreach
• Manage and track a sales funnel; follow up on quotations and leads
• Build strong relationships with key decision-makers to understand customer needs and align solutions
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to create tailored technical solutions
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, proposals, and demonstrations of SAF’s capabilities
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure mutually beneficial agreements
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and industry developments to find growth opportunities
• Meet sales targets and adhere to company policies within assigned regions or segments
• Report regularly on sales activities, pipeline progress, and customer feedback
• Forecast monthly sales/orders and maintain organized sales data
• Gather and manage market intelligence to support long-term strategic decisions

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• College or University degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field required
• Minimum 5 years of proven sales experience in the mining industry, particularly with technical solutions and services
• Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business development initiatives
• Experience in market development, including prospecting, lead generation, and account management
• Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and other sales tools

Solid understanding of electrowinning and electrorefining processes within copper mining operations is preferred.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Self-motivated, results-driven individual who takes ownership with minimal supervision
• Natural relationship-builder with the ability to engage decision-makers and develop long-term client partnerships
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with technical acumen
• Effective in prospecting and skilled in active listening and strategic questioning
• High level of personal motivation and ambition to succeed in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, particularly to South America

• Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred to support international customer engagement

Certifications:

• Ability to obtain MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) certification required for site visits and compliance with industry safety standards

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.

As an employee, you are required to understand the ISO system and the elements that affect your job.

Must prove that employee can meet the essential duties of the job within 90 days by completing employee training checklist F-HR- 720-02-03-01.

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