Sales Executive - Industrial Equipment

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Travel expenses covered

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a technically adept Sales Executive to join a hybrid team serving the Upington region. You will identify opportunities, understand client needs, and provide effective equipment solutions while negotiating contracts and driving revenue growth.

Responsibilities include planning, demonstrations, and post-sale support to secure ongoing client engagement. Travel within the Upington region is required, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement and a strong emphasis on client

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales, specifically with industrial equipment or machinery.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to understand complex product specifications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, comfortable in remote and in-person settings.
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and building long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve targets for industrial equipment sales in the assigned territory.
• Identify new business opportunities and build strong relationships with key decision-makers in industrial sectors.
• Understand client operational requirements and recommend appropriate equipment solutions.
• Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations to prospective clients.
• Negotiate terms and close sales agreements, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.
• Provide post-sale support and follow-up to ensure ongoing client engagement and identify further opportunities.

Skills

B2B sales

Technical aptitude

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a technically adept and relationship-driven Sales Executive specializing in industrial equipment to join their hybrid sales team serving the Upington region. This role is responsible for identifying and developing business opportunities with industrial clients, understanding their operational needs, and providing effective equipment solutions. You will leverage your technical knowledge and sales acumen to build strong partnerships, negotiate contracts, and drive revenue growth. This position requires a proactive approach, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively both remotely and on-site with clients and internal teams, fostering a collaborative approach to problem-solving and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve targets for industrial equipment sales in the assigned territory.
• Identify new business opportunities and build strong relationships with key decision-makers in industrial sectors.
• Understand client operational requirements and recommend appropriate equipment solutions.
• Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations to prospective clients.
• Negotiate terms and close sales agreements, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.
• Provide post-sale support and follow-up to ensure ongoing client engagement and identify further opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in B2B sales, specifically with industrial equipment or machinery.
• Strong technical aptitude and the ability to understand complex product specifications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, comfortable in both remote and in-person settings.
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and building long-term client relationships.
• Ability to manage a sales territory effectively, including travel within the Upington region.
• Knowledge of the industrial landscape relevant to the region is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with a generous commission and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in the industrial sales sector.
• Company vehicle and travel expenses covered.