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Head Sales – Mining Sector at ALAF Tanzania

Oct 2, 2026 - 14:02
Oct 2, 2026 - 15:31
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ALAF Tanzania Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (With frequent cross-border travel) Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
Head Sales

Job snapshot

Head Sales role at ALAF Tanzania. The role sits in relationship banking, with acquisition and portfolio quality at its centre. The post is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (With frequent cross-border travel), closing on Oct 15, 2026.

RoleHead Sales
EmployerALAF Tanzania
LocationDar es Salaam, Tanzania (With frequent cross-border travel)
DeadlineOct 15, 2026

ALAF Tanzania recruits relationship bankers to cover employer schemes and personal lending.

Key responsibilities

  • Just in in for this vacancy the advertised role Time JIT deliveries to in the advertised role remote mining locations This as well covers coordinating with supply chain and for this vacancy as covered here logistics teams.
  • Managing the complete tender as covered here lifecycle from site measurements and as covered here in the advertised role Bills of as covered here Quantities BQ preparation to on this listing on this listing bid submission and on this listing commercial negotiation.
  • Territory Scope Tanzania DRC Uganda Kenya and for this vacancy in the advertised role Rwanda.
  • Building networks with as covered here on this listing Mine on this listing Project Engineers Procurement Heads and as covered here for this vacancy site level buyers.
  • Leading mentor performance manage in the advertised role a distributed on this as covered here listing 4 person sales team based in for this vacancy in the advertised role Tanzania DRC.
  • Making sure Safal entities are registered and for this vacancy on this listing maintained on this listing on statutory Local Content for this vacancy Vendor Lists covering ARSP compliance in DRC.
  • Advise clients on steel for as covered here this vacancy grade selection as covered here anti corrosive coating systems for for this vacancy as covered here harsh for this vacancy mine environments structural layouts.
  • Coordinating cluster allocations Tanzania on this listing Rwanda on this listing as covered here from Mwanza Dar DRC as covered here as covered here from on this listing Lubumbashi Kolwezi Uganda from Kampala.
  • Align sales operations over on this listing Group Operating Companies ALAF SRL UBL to in the advertised role on this listing present in the advertised role a unified commercial front.
  • Steel Manufacturing / Mining / Heavy Construction.
  • Reference Number: AL1026.
  • Set volume margin collection targets holding planned monthly performance reviews.
  • Market safety critical underground in on this listing the advertised role roof on this listing support systems split sets washers mining mesh.
  • Personal ownership of sales targets for as covered here flat offerings HR CR as covered here Metal Coated on this in the advertised role listing Color Coated sheets structural in in the advertised role the advertised role steel angles beams channels.
  • Carrying out frequent discipline calls to as covered here remote mine sites over as covered here Tanzania DRC Kenya Uganda Rwanda to on this listing engage decision makers.
  • Drive sales for engineered options covering Pre Engineered Buildings for this vacancy PEB prefabricated warehouses workshops containerized modular housing.

Requirements

  • Willingness to travel extensively to as covered here for this vacancy for this vacancy remote mine locations.
  • Working knowledge of for in the advertised role this vacancy regional mining for this vacancy local content as covered in the advertised role here laws e g in the advertised role Tanzanian on this listing for this vacancy Mining Local Content regulations DRC ARSP.
  • Minimum 5 years of technical sales or in the advertised role on this listing site engineering experience in as covered here for this vacancy the as covered here mining or heavy industrial sector.
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in for this vacancy in the advertised role as covered here Civil Mechanical or Mining Engineering.
  • Proven track record in for as covered here this vacancy business development hunter roles and for this vacancy in the advertised role on this listing winning high value industrial tenders 3 to for this vacancy as covered here 5 years of experience leading geographically for for this vacancy this vacancy dispersed cross border sales teams.
  • Deep technical familiarity with for this vacancy as covered here structural for this vacancy steel fabrication PEB designs underground support hardware.
  • Proficiency in reading structural blueprints and for this vacancy as covered here as covered here delivering on site technical options.
  • Excellent leadership target setting as covered here budget management multi country communication skills.
  • 10 to 15 years of overall professional experience.

Key skills

How to apply

Qualified senior candidates should in in the advertised role the advertised role submit as covered here their application materials before the deadline.

Required Documents Comprehensive Cover Letter and in the advertised role on this listing on this listing Updated as covered here Curriculum Vitae CV in on this listing the advertised role detailing on this listing technical sales achievements and in on this listing the advertised role mining sector coverage.

Submission Channel Apply via for on this listing this vacancy ALAF Tanzania for this vacancy Safal Group as covered in the advertised role here Careers Portal quoting Reference Number AL1026.

Apply on the ALAF Tanzania site

Common questions

What role is open?
ALAF Tanzania is recruiting a Head Sales.
Where is the job based?
The post is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (With frequent cross-border travel).
When does it close?
The closing date is Oct 15, 2026.
How do I apply?
Submit your application directly on the employer's official portal: Apply on the ALAF Tanzania site

3 to 5 years.

Jobconnect application guidance

Before applying for Head Sales, review the requirements carefully, tailor your CV to the role, and follow the instructions shown in the advert before Oct 15, 2026.

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3 Prepare evidence Keep certificates, references, portfolio links, and measurable work examples ready before submitting.
4 Track your application Note the location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (With frequent cross-border travel). Save the job, record the deadline, and follow up only through official channels.
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CV hints for this job

For Head Sales – Mining Sector at ALAF Tanzania, align your CV with the location and role context: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (With frequent cross-border travel).

Professional summary Start with a short summary that mentions the target role, your strongest matching experience, and the value you bring.
Key skills Add 6-10 skills that match the advert. Avoid unrelated skills that distract from the role.
Experience bullets Move the most relevant skills, qualifications, and achievements for this post into your profile summary.
Proof of fit Replace generic duties with results, tools used, number of people served, targets met, or problems solved.
Possible CV keywords: Sales Mining Sector Other Skills Common
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Advert requirement: 10 to 15 years of overall professional experience. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.

Advert requirement: Proven track record in for as covered here this vacancy business development hunter roles and for this vacancy in the advertised role on this listing winning high value industrial tenders 3 to for this vacancy as covered here 5 years of experience leading geographically for for this vacancy this vacancy dispersed cross border sales teams. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.

Advert requirement: Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in for this vacancy in the advertised role as covered here Civil Mechanical or Mining Engineering. How does your education or training match this requirement? Give the exact qualification, institution and completion status. Do not assume an alternative qualification is accepted.

Advert requirement: Minimum 5 years of technical sales or in the advertised role on this listing site engineering experience in as covered here for this vacancy the as covered here mining or heavy industrial sector. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.

Advert requirement: Deep technical familiarity with for this vacancy as covered here structural for this vacancy steel fabrication PEB designs underground support hardware. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.

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YOUR NAME,
PHYSICAL ADDRESS (E.G. MOROGORO, TANZANIA).
OCTOBER 02, 2026.
THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER,
ALAF TANZANIA,
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA.
Dear Sir/Madam,
RE: APPLICATION FOR HEAD SALES

Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Head Sales position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.

My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Head Sales. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Key skills How to apply shared questions Deep technical familiarity with for this vacancy as covered here structural for this vacancy steel fabricatio.

I am especially interested in this role because it gives me an opportunity to apply my strengths, support the organization objectives, and continue growing professionally while delivering reliable results.

I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Oct 15, 2026.

Thank you for considering my application.

Yours faithfully,
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For Head Sales, use the method in this advert and finish before 15 October 2026.

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  1. Open the official application page: https://safal.mcidirecthire.com/External/Job?Ref=TEkBhDYErs0qhHgueWeCgt_yRI-cnPLR1MRk1RR6Cpou3ktpvROhSqni_BGkK6j005smO3N1mr4W1jE3NFqFTUJukyNwCLh8Xn_fzSXjM6roLRp7gmLX41fLPVjTaBZq1UgwARTkjqyxFuoG-IC6rQ&.
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