Sales Executive - Industrial Automation

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive base salary

Commission and bonus

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga is seeking a seasoned Sales Executive to drive growth in industrial automation solutions across the region. You will identify opportunities, present tailored automation concepts, engage engineers and procurement managers, and close complex deals.

A strong technical aptitude, consultative selling approach, and travel within the Nelspruit region are essential. Hybrid work and a lucrative commission structure complement a competitive base salary.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of sales experience in industrial automation, robotics, control systems, or related technical fields.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas for technical products or solutions.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and automation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets for industrial automation solutions.
• Identify, prospect, and qualify new business opportunities within the manufacturing and industrial sectors in Mpumalanga.
• Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key clients, engineers, and procurement managers.
• Conduct thorough needs assessments and provide expert technical consultation on automation solutions.
• Deliver compelling product presentations and demonstrations, highlighting the value proposition of our client's offerings.
• Negotiate and close sales contracts, ensuring profitable outcomes.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical support teams to ensure customer satisfaction and project success.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and competitor activities in industrial automation.
• Manage sales pipeline effectively using CRM tools and provide accurate sales forecasts.

Skills

Industrial automation sales

Technical sales

CRM (Salesforce)

Relationship building

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading innovator in industrial automation solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sales Executive to join their dynamic team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This role is responsible for driving sales of advanced automation systems and components to manufacturing and industrial clients across the region. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical aptitude, excellent sales acumen, and a proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers in industrial sectors. You will be instrumental in identifying client needs, proposing tailored automation solutions, and closing complex sales cycles. We are looking for a proactive individual who can thrive in a challenging market and contribute to our client's growth in Nelspruit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets for industrial automation solutions.
• Identify, prospect, and qualify new business opportunities within the manufacturing and industrial sectors in Mpumalanga.
• Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key clients, engineers, and procurement managers.
• Conduct thorough needs assessments and provide expert technical consultation on automation solutions.
• Deliver compelling product presentations and demonstrations, highlighting the value proposition of our client's offerings.
• Negotiate and close sales contracts, ensuring profitable outcomes.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical support teams to ensure customer satisfaction and project success.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and competitor activities in industrial automation.
• Manage sales pipeline effectively using CRM tools and provide accurate sales forecasts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of sales experience in industrial automation, robotics, control systems, or related technical fields.
• Proven track record of successfully meeting or exceeding sales quotas for technical products or solutions.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and automation technologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage technical and business stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently.
• Experience with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial), or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Willingness to travel within the Nelspruit region and surrounding industrial hubs.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive base salary and an attractive commission and bonus structure. Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits are provided. Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in the field of industrial automation are available. This role offers a hybrid work model, providing flexibility.
Join our client in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, and be at the forefront of industrial innovation.