Junior Technical Sales Rep: Adhesives & Industrial

Key Recruitment Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Key Recruitment Group in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Technical Sales Representative to foster new business in the adhesive sector. You will learn to match technical product specs with client needs, pursue manufacturing, packaging, automotive, and construction firms, and generate quotes under supervision.

The role involves demonstrations of adhesives and bonding materials, sample coordination, and on-site visits with senior team members. Travel locally is required.

Qualifications

• Matric or high school diploma; background in chemistry, engineering, or business is advantageous.
• Strong verbal and written communication to explain product specs to factory managers or purchasing agents.
• High-energy, goal-oriented mindset capable of handling rejection during cold outreach.

Responsibilities

• Generate leads via cold-calls and emails to local manufacturers, packaging, automotive, and construction firms.
• Conduct product demos showing adhesives, tapes, or sealants under conditions (heat, stress, moisture).
• Coordinate sample deliveries for customer testing and approval.
• Process quotes with technical and pricing teams for bulk orders.
• Maintain client details, order history, and CRM records.
• Visit factories, workshops, or building sites with senior reps to assess bonding needs.

Skills

Ability to learn

Verbal and written communication

Goal-oriented / high energy

Driver's license & reliable car

Willingness to travel locally

Education

Matric / high school diploma

Background in chemistry, engineering or business advantageous

Job description

Key Recruitment Group in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Technical Sales Representative to foster new business in the adhesive sector. You will learn to match technical product specs with client needs, pursue manufacturing, packaging, automotive, and construction firms, and generate quotes under supervision.

The role involves demonstrations of adhesives and bonding materials, sample coordination, and on-site visits with senior team members. Travel locally is required.