AR-Grade Chemical Sales Rep: Mining & Lab Markets

University of Fort Hare; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 246,000 - 301,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare seeks an AR Grade Chemical Sales Representative to drive sales of laboratory chemicals, reagents, and related products across South Africa, including mining and commercial laboratories. The role involves extensive travel and building relationships with lab managers, chemists, and procurement teams.

You will prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and provide technical product support, aiming to grow accounts and expand our presence in the mining, industrial, and research

Qualifications

• 3–5 years external sales experience.
• Minimum 2 years selling laboratory, scientific, or industrial chemical products.
• Mining laboratory sales experience advantageous.
• Proven sales track record.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and grow existing customer accounts.
• Sell laboratory chemicals, reagents, standards, and consumables.
• Build relationships with laboratory managers, chemists, and procurement teams.
• Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and close sales.
• Provide technical product support and presentations.
• Conduct customer visits and identify upselling opportunities.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and new industry opportunities.
• Maintain CRM records, sales reports, forecasts, and compliance standards.

Skills

Prospecting

Negotiation

Closing deals

Account management

Education

Diploma/Degree in Chemistry

Tools

CRM

Job description

University of Fort Hare seeks an AR Grade Chemical Sales Representative to drive sales of laboratory chemicals, reagents, and related products across South Africa, including mining and commercial laboratories. The role involves extensive travel and building relationships with lab managers, chemists, and procurement teams.

You will prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and provide technical product support, aiming to grow accounts and expand our presence in the mining, industrial, and research