PRODUCT & APPLICATION SPECIALIST | GAUTENG

Eyesite; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Eyesite in Gauteng is seeking a motivated Product & Application Specialist to join our ophthalmology team. The role blends technical product support, clinical training, and sales, with hands-on demonstrations of theatre equipment and support during procedures.

The successful candidate will travel within the territory, promote specialised ophthalmic products to ophthalmologists, attend surgeries to assist with equipment use, and participate in comprehensive training, including factory and

Qualifications

• Experience in ophthalmic industry is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver product demonstrations and technical training.

Responsibilities

• Identifying new business opportunities.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Planning and conducting customer visits.
• Delivering product presentations and demonstrations.
• Providing ongoing technical support to Ophthalmologists, surgeons, and theatre staff.
• Managing stock levels within practices and hospitals.
• Coordinating equipment servicing and repairs to ensure optimal performance.
• Assisting with operational and people management responsibilities where required.

Skills

Sales

Technical product support

Clinical training

Ophthalmology knowledge

Education

Optometry/Orthoptics health field (advantage)

Tools

Ophthalmic theatre equipment

Job description

PRODUCT & APPLICATION SPECIALIST | GAUTENG

A leading and rapidly expanding ophthalmology company is looking to appoint a motivated, dynamic, and technically minded Product & Application Specialist to join their growing team.

This exciting role combines technical product support, clinical training, and sales, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with healthcare professionals and advanced medical technology. The successful candidate will promote specialised ophthalmic products to Ophthalmologists while providing hands‑on demonstrations and clinical support for ophthalmic theatre equipment. This includes attending surgical procedures to assist surgeons with the effective use of specialised equipment.

Comprehensive training will be provided, including international training with the equipment manufacturer, together with extensive local training at the South African Head Office across the company’s product portfolio. A qualification in Optometry, Orthoptics, or a related healthcare field, or previous experience within the ophthalmic industry, will be highly advantageous.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales within an allocated territory, with a particular focus on capital equipment.

Responsibilities

• Identifying new business opportunities
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Planning and conducting customer visits
• Delivering product presentations and demonstrations
• Providing ongoing technical support to Ophthalmologists, surgeons, and theatre staff
• Managing stock levels within practices and hospitals
• Coordinating equipment servicing and repairs to ensure optimal performance
• Assisting with operational and people management responsibilities where required

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an innovative organisation at the forefront of ophthalmology, offering excellent training, career development, and the chance to work with cutting‑edge technology in a rewarding and fast‑paced environment.