Copper Quail Global

Commercial Manager

Copper Quail Global  •  Johannesburg, ZA (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description


Commercial Manager – Water & Industrial Solutions


A leading industrial solutions business is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the growth and development of its water treatment and chemical solutions portfolio.


This role will take ownership of product strategy, commercial growth, customer engagement, and sales leadership across a national footprint.


The successful individual will work closely with suppliers, customers, and internal operational teams to drive market expansion, strengthen key accounts, and support the development of innovative product and solution offerings within the water and wastewater treatment sector.


Key Responsibilities


  • Lead commercial strategy for water treatment products and solutions

  • Drive market growth and customer engagement initiatives

  • Manage and grow key client relationships

  • Support product development and lifecycle management

  • Collaborate with technical, operational, supply chain, and sales teams

  • Provide leadership, coaching, and support to the sales team

  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and new opportunities

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and commercial planning activities


Requirements


  • Degree in Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or related field

  • 5–10 years’ experience within water treatment, industrial chemicals, or related sectors

  • Strong commercial and key account management experience

  • Technical understanding of water and wastewater treatment solutions

  • Experience leading or supporting sales teams

  • Strong stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking capability

  • Commercially driven with strong customer focus


Advantageous


  • Product sourcing and supplier management experience

  • Manufacturing or production exposure

  • P&L management exposure


Location


Gauteng based with national travel requirements.

Copper Quail Global

About Copper Quail Global

Copper Quail Global is an international recruitment and executive search firm that connects exceptional talent with leading organizations across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and beyond.

We specialize in Executive Search, Contingency Recruitment, Headhunting, Outsourced Staffing, and Training — helping clients build high-performing teams that drive growth and innovation.

Our strength lies in deep sector expertise and global reach. Backed by years of hands-on industry experience, our consultants partner closely with clients to deliver recruitment strategies that align with each organization’s culture, structure, and long-term goals.

We serve a wide range of industries, including Mining, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, FMCG, Agriculture, Financial Services, IT & Telecommunications, Engineering & Manufacturing, and NGOs.

Whether you’re scaling into new markets or strengthening your leadership pipeline, Copper Quail Global provides agile, end-to-end recruitment support designed for impact and longevity.

Why clients choose us:

🌍 Global Reach: Access to an extensive network of talent across continents.

💼 Sector Expertise: Deep understanding of your industry’s dynamics and challenges.

🧭 Tailored Solutions: Custom recruitment strategies built around your objectives.

🏆 Proven Results: A strong record of successful placements and long-term partnerships.

🤝 Exceptional Talent: Connecting you with candidates who lead, innovate, and deliver.

Copper Quail Global — Your trusted partner for global talent and local expertise.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
2017
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