Technical Sales Manager - Fluid Engineering Portfolio

SOLEVO; Boksburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

SOLEVO, a leading chemical distributor, seeks a commercially driven Technical Sales Manager to develop the Lubrizol Fluid Engineering portfolio across Africa. You will identify opportunities in refrigeration, heat transfer and industrial systems, and build strong relationships with end users, OEMs, and distributors.

You will travel occasionally, provide technical guidance, and collaborate with Lubrizol's teams to drive growth while operating in a hybrid, independent role with support from

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, refrigeration, lubrication, or related discipline, or experience with Lubrizol or similar products.
• Proven technical sales or business development experience in industrial lubricants, refrigeration oils, heat transfer fluids, or compressor lubricants.
• Fluent English is essential.
• Nice-to-Have: French or Portuguese language skills would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the sales plan for the Lubrizol Fluid Engineering portfolio.
• Identify and convert opportunities in refrigeration, air conditioning, heat transfer systems, industrial compressors, and related applications.
• Build relationships with end users, OEMs, refrigeration contractors, engineering companies, distributors, and other channel partners.
• Provide technical guidance and recommend appropriate products for customer applications; strong support will be provided by Solevo and Lubrizol.
• Support Solevo country teams with product training, technical presentations, and opportunity development.
• Manage the sales pipeline, forecasts, budgets, and business development activities.
• Work closely with Lubrizol's technical and commercial teams.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, pricing, and new opportunities.
• Travel occasionally for key customer meetings, training, and industry events.

Skills

Technical sales

Relationship management

Presentation skills

Fluent English

Education

Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

SOLEVO, a leading chemical distributor, seeks a commercially driven Technical Sales Manager to develop the Lubrizol Fluid Engineering portfolio across Africa. You will identify opportunities in refrigeration, heat transfer and industrial systems, and build strong relationships with end users, OEMs, and distributors.

You will travel occasionally, provide technical guidance, and collaborate with Lubrizol's teams to drive growth while operating in a hybrid, independent role with support from