Technical Field Sales Professional

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial vehicle firm in Germiston, South Africa, is seeking a Technical Field Sales Representative. You will drive sales strategies, build strong relationships with customers, and provide technical knowledge in a dynamic team. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 5 years of technical sales experience in the automotive sector. This positions offers a chance to work in an innovative environment with flexible travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical sales, ideally within the commercial vehicle or automotive sector.
• Strong business acumen with a strategic mindset and customer-first approach.
• Proven ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop go-to-market strategy to increase ZF technology installed by Trailer builders.
• Build and maintain relationships with Trailer builders.
• Provide external product training to trailer builder and its customers.

Skills

Technical Sales

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Mechanical Engineering Knowledge

Results Orientation

Education

Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you ready to make an impact? ZF is looking for talented individuals to join our team. As a FutureStarter, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of mobility. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!

Technical Field Sales Professional

Country/Region: ZA

Location:

Req ID 80721|Germiston, South Africa,ZF Commercial Vehicle Distribution South Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Passionate About Sales and Commercial Vehicles?

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our OE Trailer Sales team as a Technical Sales Representative, based in Johannesburg.
Become part of a dynamic, customer-focused team committed to driving continuous business growth.
If you have a passion for sales and the commercial vehicle industry, we’d be excited to connect with you!

What you could expect as a Technical Field Sales Representative:

• Participate in development of go to market strategy to increase ZF technology installed by Trailer builders and deliver on sales targets (# EBS sold, conversion of ABS to EBS)
• Establish, build and maintain relationship with Trailer builder to address their customer (current and new fleets). Including in surrounding sub Saharan countries
• Consult and support trailer sales team with technical application knowledge
• Drive intelligent trailer program features and functions penetration, incl. marketing ZF products, sales and value proposition
• Provide external product training to trailer builder and its customers
• Anticipation of market trends
• Influence fleet specification of Trailer systems with ZF being a preferred supplier
• Maintain and keep high technical knowledge of ZF CV product range
• Upon customers request provide vehicle “health checks” to optimize trailer performance
• Support customers in finding solutions for their technical issues
• Participate in fleet events and promote ZF products and solutions
• Cooperate with aftermarket field sales as appropriate

What we expect from you as a Technical Field Sales Representative:

• A degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or a related technical field)
• 5+ years of experience in technical sales, ideally within the commercial vehicle or automotive sector
• Strong business acumen with a strategic mindset and customer-first approach
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build long-term client relationships
• Results-oriented with a strong drive to meet and exceed sales targets
• Flexible and adaptable in working hours and travel schedules
• Proven ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional settings
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general digital tools
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel as needed

Be part of our ZF team as Technical Field Sales Representative and apply now!

Contact

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What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.