Sales Engineer

Turck Banner Southern Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in factory automation is seeking a full-time Sales Engineer based in Bedfordview, Johannesburg. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical support, managing complex sales processes, and ensuring excellent customer service. Applicants should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and 2-3 years of experience in technical sales within industrial automation. Strong communication skills and a valid driver's license are essential. Email applications only with relevant documents to the provided address.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in technical sales of industrial automation.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for sales development and business opportunity growth.
• Manage sales processes and develop pipeline.
• Implement account plans and strategies with Team Leader.
• Prepare quotes and manage CRM.
• Conduct regular sales visits to targeted customers.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Verbal communication in English

Education

Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Turck Banner is a joint venture MNC located in Bedfordview, Johannesburg. Equally owned by Hans Turck GmbH from Germany and Banner Engineering Corporation in the USA, we are a leading manufacturer for factory automation and process automation solutions. Our products cater to a wide range of industries, from automotive to pharmaceuticals, electronics, food & beverages, chemicals, and more. Turck Banner sells directly to end users and OEMs in a broad range of industries and applications.

Role

This is a full-time role for a Sales Engineer based in Bedfordview, Johannesburg. We are looking for a Sales Engineer that will be responsible for providing technical support, communication with customers, sales activities, and ensuring excellent customer service on a day-to-day basis.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for Geographic & Industrial Sales Development and business opportunity growth of the Turck Banner product portfolio.
• Manage complex sales processes, diligently develop pipeline and healthy opportunities, prepare and conduct sales presentations, engaging effectively to all focus customers.
• Key Account Development: work closely with Team Leader(s) to establish and implement account plan and strategy.
• Acquire the needed technical competency to hold at least preliminary technical presentations and discussions with customers.
• Effective management of existing customer accounts and the generation of new revenue through prospecting, lead/funnel follow-up, and effective territory management in a broad base of industries and applications using company structured KPI’s.
• Administrative Responsibilities: preparation of quotes, CRM management and territory reporting on a regular basis.
• Plan and conduct sales visits to targeted customers on regular basis to build visibility. Review and update progression of these visits with Team Leader(s) on a weekly basis.
• Perform any other relevant duties as and when assigned by the Team Leader(s).

Desired Skills

• Ability to work independently and responsibly within a small team
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Requirements

The candidate should provide the following when applying for this position:

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or relevant qualifications
• At least 2-3 years’ experience in technical sales of industrial automation
• Valid driver’s license

Application Instructions

If you believe that you are the most suitable candidate for this role, email the following documentation to [e-mail] with the subject line: “Application for Sales Engineer”:

• CV
• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Only applications sent via email will be considered. Please do not apply via the LinkedIn platform.