Xylem is a global leading water technology company committed to solving water through innovative and smart technology solutions.

Xylem has been operating in Africa for over 60 years, cultivating a unique understanding of the continent’s most pressing water needs and greatest water opportunities.

Recognised as a dynamic, fast-growing region of the Emerging Markets, Xylem Africa comprises 54 countries with regional hubs located in South Africa, Kenya, Egypt, Morocco, and Ivory Coast.

Xylem Africa’s technological strength across the life cycle of water is unmatched. From collection and distribution to reuse and return to nature, through highly efficient water technologies, industrial pumps and application solutions, Xylem’s solutions not only use less energy and reduce life-cycle costs, but also promote sustainability. These solutions include abstraction; transport; water treatment; wastewater treatment; reuse; return to source; and monitoring and control to the public utilities, mining, industrial, residential, commercial, and agricultural verticals.

We strive to realise water’s economic and social benefits for everyone, finding solutions for declining supplies, inefficient infrastructure, contaminated resources, and unpredictable weather.

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:

• Act as a brand ambassador for Xylem’s Lifecycle Service Department. The person is required to contribute to the Rental Departments performance and sustainability by engaging energetically in the following tasks.  The list is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time.
• Present the departments value proposition to the market.
• Conduct market research and development with a view to grow rental revenues.
• Market development in Public Utilities, SOE’s and Industrial sectors.
• Build long term relationships with key customers.
• Contribute to the running of, and moral of the team.

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent
• Technical qualification
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience and exposure in the pump industry.
• Minimum of 5 years technical customer facing sales experience, preferably in a solutions-based Rental and Aftermarket position.
• Able to size pumping equipment based on site conditions and installation type.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills
• Be able to work in a team environment.
• Result orientated, whilst still being committed to fulfilling the requirements of Xylem’s QA and ESH programs.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Extensive knowledge of pumps, pumping systems, and preventative maintenance practices.
• Must have a high level of technical competence and be results-driven. Preference will be given to candidates with a technical qualification.
• Must have an open mind with clear business acumen in assessing any risks and business decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence across disciplines.
• Fluent in English both spoken and written.
• Competent in the MS-Office suite of products.