Sales Engineer

VirtuHire; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

VirtuHire is seeking a driven sales professional to achieve targets across South Africa. This role involves managing the sales cycle, building strong customer relationships, and driving strategic market initiatives.

Ideal candidates should have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of experience in industrial sales, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A valid driver's license is essential, while knowledge of assembly tools is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industrial or technical sales.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Achieve and exceed annual sales targets across South Africa.
• Manage the full sales cycle from opportunity identification to deal closure.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Sales-driven mindset

Strong communication skills

Organisational abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Team-oriented

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Delivers innovative products and solutions that help businesses grow and drive progress. The portfolio spans compressed air and gas systems and treatment, vacuum solutions, industrial power tools, assembly systems, and power and flow solutions. Built on expertise, reliable service, and operational uptime, the business is committed to long-term customer success through quality, sustainability, innovation, and collaborative partnerships. Decades of industry experience and advanced technology solutions help support efficient and future-focused business operations.

The Role

• Achieve and exceed annual sales targets across South Africa and selected Sub-Saharan African regions.
• Drive strategic market development initiatives across all sales channels to increase market share and profitability.
• Identify, appoint, develop, and monitor distribution partners to ensure strong market performance.
• Manage the full sales cycle from opportunity identification through to proposal presentation, value demonstration, negotiation, and deal closure.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through in-person meetings, telephone engagement, and digital communication channels.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer information, visit reports, quotations, and sales activities within the CRM system.
• Represent the business at seminars, exhibitions, and other marketing and industry events.
• Ensure effective and efficient territory coverage and account management.
• Coach, support, and train distribution partners to strengthen market presence and performance.
• Contribute to business planning and sales strategy development to support revenue growth and target achievement.

Your Profile

• Degree qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in industrial or technical sales environments.
• Fluent in English with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational, planning, and follow-up abilities.
• Good understanding of general industrial markets and customer environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with assembly tools and fastening solutions would be advantageous.
• Previous experience working with CRM systems and sales tracking tools.
• Sales-driven, energetic, and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build lasting customer relationships.
• Team-oriented with flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous customer satisfaction improvement.