Junior Sales Person Aluminum Profiles Accessories Catalogs

Junior Sales Person – item® Aluminium Profiles & Accessories (Catalogue Sales) Location: Johannesburg Department: Sales Reporting to: Sales Manager / Business Development Manager Industry: Engineering, Mechanical Components, Industrial Automation, Aluminium Profile Systems 1.Remuneration & Benefits • Market-related junior salary (+/- R15000 -R25000) • Commission or performance bonus structure. • Training on item® product systems provided. • Fuel/transport allowance if field visits are required. 2.Role Purpose The Junior Sales Person will be responsible for supporting and growing sales of item® aluminium profiles, modular framing components, and mechanical accessories through catalogue-based selling. The role focuses on lead generation, customer relationship building, quoting, product recommendations, and supporting senior sales staff with technical and administrative tasks. This is an entry-level position suited to someone with strong commercial drive, a willingness to learn technical products, and enthusiasm for working in the engineering and automation sector. 3.Key Responsibilities Sales & Customer Engagement • Promote and sell item® aluminium profiles, fasteners, linear components, and accessories from the company catalogue. Research and identify new customers in manufacturing, automation, packaging, materials handling, and engineering sectors. Conduct outbound calls, respond to inbound enquiries, and support walk-in clients. Maintain and update customer information on CRM systems. Prepare and deliver quick, accurate, catalogue-based quotations. Follow up consistently to convert leads into sales. Assist senior sales team with upselling and cross-selling opportunities. Technical & Product Support Develop strong foundational knowledge of item® profiles, T-slot systems, accessories, linear motion elements, and assembly options. Provide basic technical advice to customers (training provided). Interpret customer sketches, basic dimensions, or application needs to recommend suitable components. Work closely with the engineering/design department on custom assemblies, cutting lists, and BOM preparation. Sales Administration Assist with order processing, documentation, and confirmation. Track delivery schedules and communicate updates to clients. Maintain catalogue stock, sample kits, showroom displays, and demo components. Support trade shows, product demonstrations, and marketing events. Relationship Management Build strong relationships with procurement teams, technicians, small fabricators, automation builders, and project buyers. Ensure excellent after-sales service and customer satisfaction. 4.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Sales revenue growth (monthly and quarterly). • Lead generation activity (calls, visits, CRM entries). • Quote turnaround time and accuracy. • Customer satisfaction and repeat business rate. • Product knowledge improvement and technical proficiency milestones. 5.Required Qualifications Minimum: • Matric / Grade 12 • Valid driver’s license Preferred: • N6, Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Design (advantage). • Any sales, customer service, or technical product training. 6.Skills & Competencies Technical Aptitude • Basic understanding of mechanical components, aluminium profiles, or interest in engineering systems. • Ability to read simple drawings or understand dimensional requirements (training provided). 7.Sales Skills • Strong communication and presentation ability. • Confidence in customer interaction. • Good negotiation and follow-up ability. • Strong phone manner and customer-facing attitude. Administrative Skills • High accuracy in quotations and order entry. • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Outlook). • CRM familiarity (advantage). Behavioural Attributes • Energetic, driven and eager to learn. • Positive attitude and solution-oriented mindset. • Professional, reliable, and consistent. • Good team player. 6. Experience Requirements • 0–2 years in sales, customer service, internal sales or technical support. • Experience working with engineering components, CNC shops, automation suppliers, or industrial distributors is a strong advantage. 8.Ideal Candidate Profile A motivated entry-level sales talent with high curiosity for mechanical systems, strong communication skills, and the drive to build a successful sales career in the industrial and automation sector. NB Only SA nationals need apply.  Application Instruction: Email: CV, Portfolio and a cover photograph (head and shoulders) to or If you have not received a reply within 3 Weeks please consider your application unsuccessful and your profile will be kept on our database for future available opportunities POPI ACT COMPLIANCE: Top Notch HR takes data privacy very seriously & are committed to protect all your personal info. We never rent, sell or share your personal information with the third parties unless with your explicit consent. 9.