Technical Sales Advisor

Managed People Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Technical Sales Advisor for a client in the manufacturing industry located in Gauteng. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in technical sales, a relevant degree, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include analyzing customer needs, managing relationships, and tracking sales effectively. Must be willing to travel frequently and possess reliable transport.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a Technical Sales environment, particularly in manufacturing.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and address customer inquiries.
• Must possess reliable transport and be willing to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer needs and recommend suitable products.
• Build and maintain long-term customer relationships.
• Track sales and report to management on a monthly basis.
• Research market trends and provide feedback on product developments.

Skills

Technical product knowledge

Customer relationship management

Sales analysis

Market research

Education

Relevant degree or diploma (BCom / BSc preferable)

Job description

Managed People Solutions is hiring a Technical Sales Advisor for their client in the manufacturing industry, based in Chloorkop, Kempton Park.

Key Responsibilities

• Be highly conversant and professional in all technical and conceptual aspects of all products.
• Analyse customer needs, recommend suitable products, provide advice, and effectively answer questions / address customer concerns.
• Discuss products and explain technical concepts and product uses effectively.
• Write customer reports and proposals related to technical product solutions.
• Build long‑term relationships with the customer base to establish loyalty.
• Identify new opportunities and grow customer base.
• Track sales and share monthly sales report with the management team.
• Research current market trends and identify new product developments and feedback to the management team.
• Must be prepared to travel > km's and spend 5+ nights away each month.
• Commercially minded.
• Own reliable transport.

Experience and Qualifications

Education: Relevant degree or diploma (BCom / BSc preferable).

Experience: Minimum of 4 years' experience within a Technical Sales environment in the manufacturing industry.

Application Details

Closing Date: 15 January.

Please do not apply for the position if you do not meet the requirements. If you do not receive any feedback within 2 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.