Field Sales Engineer, Medical Devices – Hospitals

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission and bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Field Sales Engineer to drive adoption of advanced medical devices in Pietermaritzburg and surrounding KwaZulu-Natal. You will conduct technical demonstrations, training, and build relationships with hospitals, clinics, and healthcare professionals.

The role requires 3–5 years in medical device sales or clinical applications, strong technical aptitude, and a proven ability to meet sales targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Science, or related healthcare field.
• 3–5 years of medical device sales or clinical application experience.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong technical aptitude with medical devices and their applications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell medical devices to hospitals, clinics and healthcare professionals.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve territory targets.
• Conduct product demonstrations, presentations and technical training for clients.
• Build relationships with key decision-makers including physicians and procurement managers.
• Identify customer needs and provide effective solutions using product offerings.

Skills

Medical devices knowledge

Sales presentation

CRM proficiency

Customer relationship building

Technical demonstrations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Science or related healthcare field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Our client, a leading innovator in medical device technology, is seeking a highly skilled and customer-centric Field Sales Engineer to join their dedicated team in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA . This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise and sales acumen to promote and sell advanced medical equipment to hospitals, clinics, and healthcare professionals. You will be responsible for understanding complex clinical needs, providing technical demonstrations and training, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders in the healthcare sector. The ideal candidate possesses a deep knowledge of medical devices, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to drive sales in a specialized market. This position is field-based, requiring extensive travel within the assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell a portfolio of medical devices to healthcare professionals and institutions.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed territory sales targets.
• Conduct in-depth product demonstrations, presentations, and technical training sessions for clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, including physicians, surgeons, hospital administrators, and procurement managers.
• Identify customer needs and provide effective solutions using our client's product offerings.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to clients.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to provide market feedback and insights.
• Attend industry conferences, trade shows, and workshops to network and generate leads.
• Manage sales pipeline, forecasts, and administrative tasks using CRM systems.
• Stay current with advancements in medical technology and competitor products.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Science, or a related healthcare field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in medical device sales or as a clinical application specialist.
• Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of medical devices and their applications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with healthcare professionals.
• Proficiency in CRM software and standard office applications.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA region and surrounding areas.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, attractive commission structure, and performance bonuses. A comprehensive benefits package includes medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and generous paid time off. Continuous professional development opportunities, including advanced product training and sales workshops, are provided. Join a team dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovative medical technology in KwaZulu-Natal, ZA . This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven sales professional in the healthcare sector.