Technical Sales Representative

Communicate Ct; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicate Ct is seeking a Technical Sales Representative in Bloemfontein to drive new business in residential and commercial markets. You will prospect, visit clients, and tailor renewable energy solutions while meeting sales targets.

The role requires 3+ years in technical or field sales, strong negotiation skills, and a willingness to travel across the territory; CRM usage and driver’s license are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical, external or field sales with hunting focus.
• Proven prospecting, lead generation and closing experience.
• Experience selling technical, electrical, industrial, or renewable energy solutions is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle.
• Willingness to travel within the territory.
• Experience using CRM systems to manage sales pipelines.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• South African resident or valid work permit.

Responsibilities

• Identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities within the territory.
• Conduct face-to-face client visits to generate leads and build a sales pipeline.
• Engage with residential and commercial customers to understand energy needs.
• Present renewable energy solutions tailored to customer requirements.
• Qualify opportunities and convert leads into new business.
• Attend networking events and campaigns to generate leads.
• Maintain accurate customer information and sales activities using CRM.
• Achieve weekly and monthly sales targets.
• Provide market intelligence and competitor feedback.
• Collaborate with internal sales and technical teams for a seamless customer experience.

Skills

Field sales

Prospecting

Lead generation

Negotiation

Relationship building

CRM usage

Independent working

Willingness to travel

Strong communication

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Sales/Marketing/Electrical Eng qualification

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Are you passionate about field sales and generating new business? We are looking for a driven Technical Sales Representative to join a growing renewable energy company. This is a hunter role where you'll be responsible for identifying new opportunities, prospecting, and building lasting customer relationships across residential and commercial markets. If you enjoy being out in the field, opening new accounts, and exceeding sales targets while promoting innovative renewable energy solutions, this is the opportunity for you.

Job Description:

• Proactively identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities within an assigned territory
• Conduct face-to-face client visits to generate leads and build a strong sales pipeline
• Engage with residential and commercial customers to understand their energy requirements
• Present and promote renewable energy solutions tailored to customer needs
• Qualify opportunities and convert leads into new business
• Attend networking events, community activations, and marketing campaigns to generate new leads
• Maintain accurate customer information and sales activities using CRM systems
• Achieve weekly and monthly sales and new business targets
• Provide market intelligence and competitor feedback
• Work closely with the internal sales and technical teams to ensure a seamless customer experience

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 3+ years' experience in technical sales, external sales, field sales, or business development with a strong focus on hunting and new business generation
• Proven track record of prospecting, lead generation, and closing new business
• Experience selling technical, electrical, industrial, or renewable energy solutions is advantageous
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Experience using CRM systems to manage sales pipelines
• Highly motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable vehicle
• Willingness to travel within the assigned territory

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Qualification in Sales, Business, Marketing, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is advantageous
• Relevant technical sales or field sales experience is essential

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.