Durban Field Sales Pro - Industrial Machinery

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Travel reimbursement

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Field Sales Representative to manage and grow business in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This on-the-ground role demands deep understanding of industrial sectors and extensive travel for client meetings, demonstrations, and technical consultations.

You will lead the full sales cycle, build strong client relationships, and collaborate with service teams to ensure customer satisfaction and demand generation across manufacturing, construction, and mining sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of field sales experience in industrial equipment or heavy machinery.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets in a territory-based role.
• Strong technical aptitude to understand complex machinery and applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with clients at various levels.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively within the Durban region.
• Proficiency with CRM software for sales tracking and reporting.
• A relevant technical or business qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities within the Durban territory, focusing on key industrial sectors.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with plant managers, procurement officers, and engineers.
• Conduct on-site product demonstrations and needs assessments to showcase equipment capabilities.
• Develop and present customized proposals and quotations tailored to client specifications and budgets.
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact to closing deals and post-sale follow-up.
• Collaborate with technical support and service teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Aim to achieve and surpass annual sales targets and other performance metrics.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activities to drive market penetration.

Skills

Field sales experience

Technical aptitude

CRM software

Interpersonal & negotiation skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Technical or business qualification

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Field Sales Representative to manage and grow business in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This on-the-ground role demands deep understanding of industrial sectors and extensive travel for client meetings, demonstrations, and technical consultations.

You will lead the full sales cycle, build strong client relationships, and collaborate with service teams to ensure customer satisfaction and demand generation across manufacturing, construction, and mining sectors.