Area Manager - Paarl (South Africa)

Unitec SpA; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An international group specialized in industrial automation is seeking an Agro-Industrial Technical Sales Specialist in Paarl, South Africa. The successful candidate will build and maintain relationships in the agro-industrial market, conduct customer visits, and support customized solution development. Ideally, candidates should have experience in agro-processing, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused mindset. The company offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Dynamic international working environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Ongoing training and technical support

Collaborative team culture

Exposure to advanced technologies

Qualifications

• Preferable experience in agro-processing or industrial machinery.
• Strong technical aptitude and familiarity with agricultural processes.
• Willingness to travel across the region.
• High levels of clarity, transparency, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen relationships with customers in agro-industrial market.
• Conduct visits to understand operational needs and collect information.
• Support development of customized solutions and commercial proposals.
• Follow projects from initial assessment to commissioning and startup.

Skills

Experience in the fruit & vegetable sector

Technical aptitude

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer-focused mindset

Job description

Overview

UNITEC is an international group specialized in designing and manufacturing technologies and systems for industrial automation. For our branch in Paarl (South Africa) we are looking for an Agro-Industrial Technical Sales Specialist.

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated person to join our Sales Department and support the development of our South African branch in Paarl. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with both existing and potential customers within the agro-industrial market. The role includes regular visits to customer facilities to understand operational needs, collect technical information, and support the development of customized solutions and commercial proposals. The candidate will follow each project through all its phases, from initial assessment to the commissioning and start-up of the processing line.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with existing and potential customers in the agro-industrial market.
• Conduct regular visits to customer facilities to understand operational needs and collect technical information.
• Support the development of customized solutions and commercial proposals.
• Follow each project through all its phases, from initial assessment to commissioning and start-up of the processing line.

Requirements

• Preferable experience in the fruit & vegetable sector, agro-processing, and/or industrial machinery.
• Strong technical aptitude and familiarity with industrial or agricultural processes (a technical degree is a plus but not required).
• Willingness and flexibility to travel across the region.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• High levels of clarity, transparency, and professionalism.
• Strong listening, interpersonal abilities, and customer-focused mindset.
• Proven problem-solving skills, reliability, and attention to detail.

Benefits

• A young, dynamic, and international working environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Ongoing training, technical support, and learning opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Exposure to advanced agro-industrial technologies and increasing responsibility.
• A strong meritocratic culture that rewards commitment and results.