Senior Sales Engineer

Network Contracting; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 630,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Contracting in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Sales Engineer to identify and secure new business opportunities while aligning technical solutions with customer needs. You will travel to client sites, present engineering-based proposals, and drive revenue growth through strategic planning and strong relationship building.

The role demands 5–8 years in technical sales, with excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, plus a proven track record of meeting targets and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering with marketing and sales focus.
• 5–8 years’ experience in technical or engineering sales.
• Proven track record in business development and achieving targets.
• Strong hunter mindset and lead generation capabilities.
• Effective relationship management and client retention skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within target industries.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve revenue growth targets.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with new and existing clients.
• Conduct client visits, technical presentations, and solution-based selling.
• Understand customer operational requirements and provide suitable engineering solutions.
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and tender submissions.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales opportunities effectively.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent after-sales service and support.
• Collaborate with internal technical and operations teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer demands.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and CRM updates.

Skills

Lead generation

CRM experience

Negotiation

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma / BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or related Engineering field AND Marketing and Sales

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within target industries.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve revenue growth targets.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with new and existing clients.
• Conduct client visits, technical presentations, and solution-based selling.
• Understand customer operational requirements and provide suitable engineering solutions.
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and tender submissions.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales opportunities effectively.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent after-sales service and support.
• Collaborate with internal technical and operations teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer demands.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and CRM updates.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, National Diploma, or BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering field AND Marketing and Sales.
• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in technical sales or engineering sales.
• Proven track record in business development and achieving sales targets.
• Strong customer hunting and lead generation capabilities.
• Excellent customer relationship management and client retention skills.
• Ability to understand and present technical solutions to clients.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Key Competencies

• New business development
• Customer-centric mindset
• Technical problem-solving
• Relationship building
• Strategic thinking
• Negotiation and closing skills
• Self-motivated and target-driven
• Professional communication skills