Industrial & New Tech Sales Leader Southern Africa

Vishen Moodley

Industrial & New Technology Sales Leader

+27-82-857-**** • ******.*******@*****.*** • Gauteng, South Africa

Sales Manager with 25+ years’ experience in engine and genset sales, currently leading Volvo Penta sales across Southern Africa with a wide kVA range (85–700). I work closely with OEMs to build strong partnerships and ensure sales targets, stock levels, and budgets are met. Skilled in technical sales, client development, and territory growth, with a solid foundation from Agrinet working across leading brands like Yanmar, Honda, and Iveco.

KEY SKILLS

Contract Management & Negotiation

Direct Sales & Lead Generating

Stock Planning & Supplier Liaison

Cost & Budget Forecasting

Target Management

Technical Knowledge & Support

Crisis Management

Project Management

Key Accounts Management

Customer Service & Support

ACHIEVEMENTS

Broke Volvo Penta Southern Africa sales record for 10 consecutive years

Reached and maintained Industrial Power Market share of xx% for Volvo Penta

Penetrated new industries where there is serial production where Volvo Penta is the number one engine supplier

BCom Degree completed: 20xx

CAREER HISTORY

Volvo Penta 01/14 - present

Industrial & New Technology Sales Manager

Main objectives: Leading the sales and business development strategy for Volvo Penta engines in the Southern African genset market, with a core focus on building and nurturing strong, long-term relationships with OEM partners.

Drive consistent revenue growth through proactive account acquisition, retention, and strategic market expansion.

Manage engine procurement and inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels aligned with budgetary targets and market demand.

Generate leads through cold calling and outbound sales initiatives, converting opportunities into long-term clients.

Deliver exceptional customer service and technical support, while managing the full sales cycle across a defined territory.

Consistently exceed targets through a hands-on, solutions-driven approach and deep knowledge of customer needs.

Agrinet Limited 01/97 – 12/13

Sales Executive

Main objectives:

Set Internal Sales: Played a key role in driving operational efficiency by managing international procurement of engines and parts, overseeing local sourcing and assembly processes, and ensuring seamless coordination across unit sales, parts sales, and general office operations. Known for attention to detail and delivering timely solutions in a fast-paced environment.

External Sales: Successfully spearheaded the sales of leading engine brands including Yanmar, Honda, and Iveco—covering a wide product range from engines and water pumps to generators and locally assembled gensets. Built strong client relationships, expanded market reach, and consistently met sales targets through expert product knowledge and a consultative sales approach.

Other positions within Agrinet:

Administration Clerk 1997 – 1999

Internal Sales Executive 1999 – 2001

External Sales Executive: Yanmar engine range 2001 – 2013

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

University of xx xx/xxxx

BCom xx Degree

Queens High School 12/1996

Senior Secondary Certificate

INTERESTS

Diesel innovations, power industry and new technological solutions.

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REFERENCES

Additional references are available on request.

*For character and work performance at

Volvo Penta Southern Africa:

Mr Rudi Jones

Director Penta

*******.*****@*****.***

**Did not report to below:

Mr Anders Konradsson

VP Industrial Sales

Volvo Penta AB – Industrial Sales

******.**********@*****.***

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