Field Sales Engineer - North West Region

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Sur place; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Company vehicle

Travel expense coverage

Health insurance and retirement

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Field Sales Engineer to cover the North West province in South Africa. The role blends engineering expertise with sales, focusing on consultative technical support for advanced farming equipment and systems.

You will travel within the Mahikeng region and surrounding hubs, building relationships with farmers and agribusinesses while proposing technology-driven solutions to operational challenges.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales engineering or field sales in agriculture.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the North West region.

Responsabilités

• Drive sales of agricultural technology and equipment within the North West territory.
• Provide expert technical consultations and demonstrations to prospective and existing clients.
• Understand client farming operations and identify needs for technology solutions.
• Develop and present customized proposals and quotations tailored to client requirements.
• Negotiate sales contracts and close deals to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, co-operatives, and agricultural enterprises.
• Provide post-sales technical support and ensure customer satisfaction with implemented solutions.
• Stay current with advancements in agricultural technology and market trends.
• Collaborate with product development to feedback market needs.

Connaissances

Sales engineering

Technical sales

Engineering background

CRM software

Communication

Negotiation

Travel willingness

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural/Mechanical Engineering

Outils

CRM software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in agricultural technology and solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Field Sales Engineer to join their team and cover the North West province. This role demands a unique blend of technical expertise and sales acumen, focusing on providing consultative sales and technical support for advanced farming equipment and systems. You will be instrumental in building strong relationships with farmers and agricultural businesses, understanding their operational challenges, and proposing effective, technology-driven solutions. The position requires extensive travel within the Mahikeng region and surrounding agricultural hubs. If you have a passion for agriculture and a solid engineering background, this is an exceptional career opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales of agricultural technology and equipment within the designated North West territory.
• Provide expert technical consultations and demonstrations to prospective and existing clients.
• Understand client farming operations and identify needs for technology solutions.
• Develop and present customized proposals and quotations tailored to client requirements.
• Negotiate sales contracts and close deals to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with farmers, co-operatives, and agricultural enterprises.
• Provide post-sales technical support and ensure customer satisfaction with implemented solutions.
• Stay current with advancements in agricultural technology and market trends.
• Collaborate with the product development team to provide feedback on market needs and performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a sales engineering, technical sales, or field sales role, preferably within the agricultural sector.
• Strong technical background in engineering, agriculture, or a related field.
• Excellent understanding of farming operations and modern agricultural technologies.
• Superb communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to travel extensively within the North West province, with Mahikeng as a central focus.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales reporting tools.
• A valid driver's license is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with clients in the agricultural community.
• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives and commission.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge agricultural technology.
• Company vehicle, fuel allowance, and travel expense coverage.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Extensive product and technical training.
• Supportive team environment and career development opportunities.