MetOptima Commercial Manager at Draslovka

Perth, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Management, Industrial Automation, AI, Mining Technology, Process Plant Operations, Optimization Principles, Analytical Skills, Market Insights, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Collaboration, Customer Satisfaction, Technical Documentation, Sales Enablement

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

MetOptima Commercial Manager At Draslovka, we believe in reimagining what’s possible. Our mission is to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that transform the mining industry and leave a positive impact on the planet. We are committed to safety, integrity, and building strong relationships. But none of this is possible without the right people. What We Do: MetOptima is a cloud-based system that provides AI-based recommendations to metallurgists and operators. It provides a holistic, system-level optimization, sitting above traditional controls and enablers. Learn more here: MetOptima: AI-Powered Mining Optimization Job Overview: The MetOptima Commercial Manager plays a pivotal role in driving growth and market penetration within the rapidly expanding mining process plant AI optimization business, known as MetOptima. This senior position is responsible for working alongside customer-facing teams and strategic account managers within the Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and Asia-Pacific business unit, to ensure successful development and implementation of go-to-market strategies that will drive uptake of our advanced AI-driven technologies. Job Location: South Africa: Johannesburg or Stellenbosch or Australia: Perth or Brisbane Key Responsibilities Market Development & Strategy Collaborate with regional strategic account managers to design and execute country-level go-to-market strategies. Conduct market analysis to identify growth opportunities, competitive positioning, and emerging trends in AI optimization for mining process plants. Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities aligned with regional business objectives. This includes management of the CRM as it relates to the portfolio. Sales Enablement & Commercial Support Create and deliver compelling sales materials, presentations, and technical documentation to support customer-facing teams. Partner with Global Sensors and Analytics resources to ensure alignment between product capabilities and customer needs. Drive aftermarket support initiatives to maximize customer satisfaction and retention for the MetOptima portfolio. Implementation & Delivery Coordination Act as the primary liaison between the AI Delivery Team and Customer Facing Team to ensure seamless system implementation at mine sites. Oversee project timelines, resource allocation, and risk management for successful deployment of MetOptima solutions. Monitor performance post-implementation and provide feedback for continuous improvement. Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster collaboration and trust. Represent the MetOptima product line in regional and global forums, ensuring consistent messaging and strategic alignment. Qualifications & Skills Proven experience in product management, preferably within industrial automation, AI, or mining technology sectors. Strong understanding of process plant operations and optimization principles. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate market insights into actionable strategies. Exceptional communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences. Ability to manage complex projects across multiple regions and time zones. Why This Role Matters This position is critical to accelerating adoption of AI-driven optimization solutions in mining, enabling customers to achieve operational excellence and sustainability goals. The MetOptima Product Manager will shape the future of digital transformation in the industry by bridging technology innovation with customer success.

Responsibilities

The MetOptima Commercial Manager is responsible for driving growth and market penetration in the mining process plant AI optimization business. This includes collaborating with account managers, conducting market analysis, and overseeing project implementation.