About Portable PPB
We are a fast-growing Australian based, exploration / mining technology business with our unique gold detectORE™ products now sold into more than 44 countries on six continents within a few years of launch. We provide mining and exploration companies fast, fit for purpose geochemical analysis, on-site, anywhere. Whether low level gold, silver, copper or other critical minerals, Portable PPB is a leader in rapid analytical, sample preparation and automation solutions.
Our exciting, expanding product portfolio compresses exploration timelines, provides timely grade control decisions, provides mineralisation/geo-metallurgical insights and reduces the decision-making delay associated with longer analysis timelines. We are fully funded for growth and require an experienced and energetic Business Development professional to grow the business across the Americas.
Role Description
This is a full-time, Business Development and Sales Manager role based in the Americas, ideally in one of the mining/exploration business hubs in region. We are seeking an experienced Business Development and Sales Manager to lead our growth across the Americas region. Reporting to and supported by the Director Global Sales you will build collaborative, long term lasting customer and distribution partner relationships, work closely with our Customer Success team to market our unique offerings, earn customer confidence and win sales and longer-term contracts in mining, exploration and geomet / metallurgical markets.
The role offers a competitive base salary plus Short Term Incentive (STI) Plan.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with customers,
product and technical teams and be part of our ecosystem to deliver change and greater efficiency into the MinEx industry.
Develop and execute regional BD and sales strategies to meet revenue and market-share targets.
Support and manage a rapidly growing customer base including mining companies, exploration teams, laboratories and distributors.
Lead commercial negotiations and prepare proposals, quotes and provide solutions to industry challenges.
Build growth pipeline through prospecting, customer visits, conferences, trade shows and industry networks.
Provide market feedback to inform product development and marketing.
Report on sales performance and forecast accurately to senior leadership.
Qualifications
Experience: Minimum 8 years in geology / mining / mineral processing / sales / business development or mineral analysis with proven success in the mining market. Experience and understanding of mineral exploration particularly desirable.
Technical understanding of mining operations, exploration workflows.
Track record of embracing innovation, delivering alternative approaches, selling change solutions or services and gaining adoption (either internally or externally).
Strong communication and negotiation skills with an ability to present to senior stakeholders.
Travel: Willingness to travel across the region for site visits, conferences and customer meetings. May include travel to other regions as required.
Desirable: Bachelor’s degree in geology, mining, engineering, business, or related field; CRM experience.
Culture: The organisation values strategic thinking, collaboration, and results-focused leadership. Employees enjoy the prospect to influence direction, working closely with the executive leadership.
Please send applications to
[email protected]
📌 Americas Business Development and Sales Manager - Mining and Exploration (Perth)
🏢 Portable PPB
📍 Perth