Sales Technician (Automotive Coatings)

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Sales Technician in Gqeberha to join the automotive coatings team. The role combines technical expertise with sales abilities to engage with customers, identify needs, and offer tailored solutions. A valid driver’s license and experience in the automotive sector are essential. Market-related salary along with benefits like a company vehicle and provident fund. This is a great opportunity to advance your career.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Provident fund

Market-related salary

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Automotive sector working with specifications.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Skilled in interpreting technical specifications and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in the Automotive sector.
• Build and maintain relationships with automotive customers.
• Deliver product demos and conduct customer training.
• Achieve or exceed sales targets and KPIs set by the company.

Skills

Customer engagement

Technical specifications interpretation

Communication skills

Sales abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of CRM systems

Education

Qualified Spray Painter

Job description

Overview

Our client in the coatings industry is currently looking to employ an experienced Sales Technician to their automotive coatings team. This role based in Port Elizabeth, combines technical product expertise with strong sales ability to identify customer needs, offer tailored solutions, and build long-term relationships, in the Automotive Sales sector.

Market related basic salary + company vehicle + provident fund.

A wonderful career opportunity awaits you!

Requirements

• Proven experience working with specifications and customers in the Automotive sector.


• Qualified Spray Painter.


• Valid driver’s license required.


• Skilled in interpreting technical specifications and industry standards.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.


• Strong communication and presentation skills for workshops and demos.


• Excellent at managing client relationships with a consultative approach.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the Automotive sector.


• Build and maintain strong engagement with automotive customers.


• Offer technical support and recommend products tailored to customer needs.


• Deliver product demos, conduct site visits and provide customer training.


• Generate and follow up on quotes, proposals and sales opportunities.


• Manage existing customer relationships and ensure ongoing satisfaction.


• Collaborate with technical, production and logistics teams for seamless order fulfilment.


• Track market trends, competitor moves and pricing developments.


• Keep CRM systems updated with accurate visit reports and sales activity.


• Achieve or exceed sales targets and KPIs set by the company.