Technical Sales Representative

2 days ago

Queenstown, South Africa Profile Personnel Full-time
An established organisation within the engineering and manufacturing sector is seeking a driven and experienced Technical Sales Representative to join their commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-focused sales professional with a strong understanding of the engineering and manufacturing environment and an established network within the Port Elizabeth region.

Key Responsibilities
- Identify and secure new business opportunities within the engineering and manufacturing sectors.
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients, engineers and procurement decision-makers.
- Conduct technical presentations and provide tailored product and service solutions.
- Prepare and present commercial proposals, tenders and quotations.
- Manage the sales pipeline, forecast revenue and consistently achieve sales targets.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities. Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' proven technical sales experience within engineering, manufacturing or heavy industrial sectors.
- A post-matric qualification in Sales, Marketing, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related field will be advantageous.
- Valid South African Code 8 (EB) unendorsed driver's licence and willingness to travel regionally.
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings and manufacturing processes.
- Strong technical aptitude with the ability to communicate specifications and solutions clearly.
- Proven track record of achieving and exceeding technical sales targets.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.