🚨 VACANCY: Sales & Marketing Manager – EV/HEV Training & QMS

Location: Head Office – Rosslyn, Pretoria
Start Date: 01 April 2026
Closing Date: 20 March 2026 at 16h00

About Chrisnelsa – Africa Institute of Mobility and Green Technologies (AIMGT)

Chrisnelsa, operating as the Africa Institute of Mobility and Green Technologies (AIMGT), is a specialised Electric/Hybrid Vehicle (EV/HEV) Training Centre and Quality Management Systems (QMS) solutions provider based in Rosslyn, Pretoria.

Chrisnelsa is accredited by:

• Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)

• Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC)

As the automotive industry accelerates toward electrification, digitalisation, and smart manufacturing, Chrisnelsa is expanding its commercial division to strengthen its national footprint, corporate partnerships, and continental positioning in mobility and green technologies.

We are seeking a high-performance Sales & Marketing Manager to lead revenue growth, strategic partnerships, and market expansion within the EV/HEV and QMS sectors.

Position Overview

The Sales & Marketing Manager will drive commercial growth across:

• EV/HEV Technical Training Programmes

• First Responder EV Safety Training

• Automotive Sales & Workshop Technical Training

• Quality Management Systems (QMS) Training & Implementation Support

This is a senior, target-driven leadership role responsible for:

• Sales strategy development

• Revenue generation and enrolment growth

• Corporate account management

• AI-driven sales optimisation

• Team leadership and performance management

The successful candidate must be commercially astute, technologically aware, and passionate about electric mobility, sustainability, and quality systems.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Matric (Compulsory)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Education, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent)

Experience (Essential)

• Proven sales management experience, preferably in:

  • New product launches

  • Automotive sector

  • Technical or vocational training

  • Industrial or manufacturing environments

• Strong understanding of:

  • EV/HEV technologies and training requirements

  • Automotive technical training environments

  • Quality Management Systems (QMS) and compliance training

• Demonstrated success in B2B corporate account management

• Track record of exceeding revenue and enrolment targets

• Experience managing diverse and multicultural teams

AI & Digital Competency (Mandatory)

Candidates must demonstrate working knowledge of AI tools in sales and marketing, including:

• AI-driven CRM systems

• Sales analytics & predictive forecasting

• Marketing automation platforms

• Lead scoring & customer behaviour analytics

The ability to leverage AI for campaign optimisation, demand forecasting, and actionable market intelligence is essential.

Key Competencies

• Fluent in English plus one or two additional South African national languages (Compulsory)

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

• Structured, organised, and detail-oriented

• Target-driven and performance-focused

• Strong leadership and team management capability

• Ability to operate under pressure

• Valid Driver’s Licence

• Good physical health

Key Responsibilities

1️⃣ Sales Strategy & Business Development

• Develop and implement annual & quarterly sales strategies

• Penetrate target markets including:

  • Automotive OEMs & dealerships

  • Technical colleges & universities

  • Government departments & first responder units

• Establish strategic partnerships and commercial MoUs

2️⃣ Revenue & Enrolment Growth

• Achieve defined quarterly & annual enrolment targets

• Expand corporate client portfolio

• Improve lead-to-enrolment conversion rates

• Implement AI-driven lead generation strategies

3️⃣ Team Leadership & Performance Management

• Lead, train, and motivate the sales team

• Set measurable KPIs

• Conduct performance reviews and pipeline forecasting

4️⃣ Customer Relationship Management

• Oversee CRM systems & analytics dashboards

• Build long-term corporate relationships

• Ensure high customer satisfaction and retention

5️⃣ Marketing & Brand Positioning

• Collaborate on digital campaigns, webinars, trade events

• Strengthen brand visibility within EV/HEV & QMS sectors

• Use AI-based analytics to measure ROI

6️⃣ Reporting & Strategic Insights

• Provide monthly performance reports

• Analyse industry trends & competitive positioning

• Recommend data-driven improvements

Performance Targets

The role will be measured against:

• Quarterly and annual enrolment achievements

• Corporate partnership acquisition targets

• Lead conversion improvements

• Customer satisfaction ratings

• Growth in brand visibility and market presence

Remuneration

Salary will be discussed during the interview process.
Performance-based incentives may apply.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• Comprehensive CV (full employment history with references)

• Certified copy of ID Document

• Certified Matric Certificate

• Certified Tertiary Qualifications

• Additional Certifications

• Copy of Valid Driver’s Licence

📧 Applications must be sent to:
isabelno@chrisnelsa.co.za or leanie@chrisnelsa.co.za

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📄 Download the full vacancy document here:
👉 https://chrisnelsa.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ADVERT_SALES-MARKETING-MANAGER-NEV.pdf