Technical Sales Assistant

University of Fort Hare; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cape Town is looking for a motivated Technical Sales Assistant with an electrical engineering background to support their sales and technical teams. This role combines technical knowledge with sales support, assisting in preparing proposals, responding to customer inquiries, and maintaining CRM systems. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills and organizational abilities to deliver effective solutions and outstanding customer service.

Qualifications

• Background in Electrical Engineering (qualification or equivalent experience).
• Strong technical understanding of electrical products and systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the sales team.
• Assist in preparing quotations and proposals.
• Respond to customer enquiries with technical information.

Skills

Technical support

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Background in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Engineering / Technical / Production / Manufacturing / Motor

South Africa - Western Cape , Cape Town - North (Goodwood - Blackheath)

Our client, a specialist in ventilation services is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Sales Assistant with a background specialising in Electrical Engineering to support their sales and technical teams. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical knowledge with customer-focused sales support, helping to deliver effective solutions and outstanding service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to the sales team, drawing on an electrical engineering background
• Assist in preparing quotations, proposals, and technical documentation
• Respond to customer enquiries with accurate technical and product information
• Liaise with engineers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure correct solutions are offered
• Support product selection, specifications, and pricing
• Maintain accurate records within CRM and sales systems
• Assist with order processing and follow-up communications

Key Requirements:

• Background specialising in Electrical Engineering (qualification or equivalent experience)
• Strong technical understanding of electrical products and systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to explain technical information clearly to non-technical customers
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Previous experience in a sales support or technical sales role is an advantage

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