Technical Sales Consultant – East London & Port Alfred

University of Fort Hare; East London; Remote; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative team is seeking a Technical Sales Consultant to support installers in East London and Port Alfred. This remote role focuses on building relationships, driving product adoption, and providing training. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in technical sales and strong problem-solving skills. Flexibility, hands-on engagement, and effective communication are key to succeed in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in technical sales or field support.
• Strong technical knowledge with problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support installers in promoting and selling the product range.
• Conduct on-site visits for installations and troubleshooting.
• Log interactions in CRM and track market trends.

Skills

Relationship-building

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Matric or equivalent

Technical Diploma/N4 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

Technical Sales Consultant – East London & Port Alfred

2025-08-18 - 2025-09-18

Permanent

CPT003147

Sales and Marketing

Are you a technical sales professional who thrives on building relationships, solving problems, and driving product adoption?

We’re seeking a Technical Sales Consultant to remotely support our installer network across East London and Port Alfred, acting as the key link between our products and local market needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Empower installers to promote and sell the full product and service range.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling through installer channels.
• Conduct on-site visits to support installations, provide troubleshooting guidance, and escalate complex issues.
• Deliver product training and raise awareness in the field.
• Log all installer interactions in CRM and provide actionable insights from the field.
• Track local market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy.

Key Success Measures:

• Maintain high installer satisfaction through support and training.
• Accurately log 100% of installer interactions in CRM.
• Drive measurable product adoption in your assigned region.
• Submit weekly insights and reports highlighting market trends and opportunities.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in technical sales or field support, preferably in access automation or electronic security.
• Advanced technical knowledge with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage a remote territory effectively.
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s licence - petrol will be compensated.

Qualifications:

• Matric or equivalent (Technical Diploma/N4 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering advantageous).
• Familiarity with access automation products is a plus.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Fully remote with flexibility while covering East London and Port Alfred.
• Hands-on engagement with installers and direct influence on product adoption.
• Join a collaborative, innovative team where your technical expertise makes a real impact.

Please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.