Chemical Sales Engineer

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Chemical Sales Engineer based in Johannesburg. The role requires a blend of technical expertise and sales experience in the mining and mineral processing sectors. Candidates should have a degree in Chemical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant sales experience. This position involves client interaction, detailed proposals, and managing customer accounts while providing post-sales support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of technical sales experience in chemical process equipment or solutions.
• Proven track record selling into the mining or mineral processing industries.
• Strong understanding of pumps, filtration, separation, dosing, or chemical treatment systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the mining and processing sectors.
• Work closely with Engineers, Plant Managers, and procurement teams to specify solutions.
• Manage customer accounts while ensuring after-sales technical support.

Skills

Technical Sales

Solution-based Selling

Relationship Building

Market intelligence

Education

Degree / Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering

Job description

Overview

Are you a technically minded sales professional with a background in chemical or process engineering? We’re looking for a Chemical Sales Engineer with proven experience selling processing equipment and plant solutions into the mining and mineral processing industries.

This is a client-facing, project-driven role for someone who thrives on technical discussions, solution-based selling, and long-term relationship building in complex industrial environments.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Degree / Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of technical sales experience in chemical process equipment or solutions
• Proven track record selling into the mining or mineral processing industries
• Strong understanding of pumps, filtration, separation, dosing, or chemical treatment systems
• Valid drivers license and a willingness to travel regionally for client visits

Job Experience & Skills Required

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the mining and processing sectors
• Work closely with Engineers, Plant Managers, and procurement teams to specify solutions
• Provide technical product presentations, proposals, and equipment sizing
• Prepare detailed tenders, quotations, and commercial proposals
• Manage customer accounts while ensuring after-sales technical support
• Collaborate with internal design and applications teams to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions
• Maintain market intelligence and competitor awareness

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