Technical Sales Representative

Buckman International; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A global chemical solutions company seeks a Technical Sales Representative in Cape Town. Responsible for account management and sales growth in the water treatment industry, the ideal candidate will have a relevant technical degree and significant sales experience. This role requires strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to travel extensively. A driver's license and proficiency in Microsoft Office are mandatory, and candidates must reside in the Western Cape area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years relevant technical sales experience or 10 years in a related field.
• 2 years experience in a sales & service environment in the water treatment industry.
• Driver's license and computer literacy are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure sustainability and growth of assigned accounts.
• Develop sales in target markets to achieve business objectives.
• Maintain existing applications and perform necessary technical services.
• Align sales efforts with marketing strategies.
• Support continuous improvements and project management.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Customer engagement

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Degree or Higher National Diploma in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Microbiology/Metallurgy/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

DescriptionTECHNICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVEMIDDLE MARKET, WT DIVISIONLocation : Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaLanguage(s) Requirements : EnglishSeniority Level : Intermediate LevelEmployment Type : Full-TimeA Technical Sales Representative position has become available in the WT Division within the Middle market industry, based in the Western Cape (Cape Town and surroundings).

Qualifications

Degree or Higher National Diploma or equivalent in Chemistry / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering.

Experience : Minimum of 5 years relevant technical sales experience with relevant tertiary chemical qualification, or 10 years relevant experience. 2 years' experience in a sales & service environment related to the general water treatment industry. Experience in polymer application to solid / liquid separation will be an added advantage.

Applicants must have done all of the following to be considered: Have dealt with customers on a direct contact basis Have written service reports and discussed them in-depth with the customer Have done internal service inspections of related equipment at customer's sites Have conducted site meetings / discussions with all levels of customers on site, from Engineer to operator.

Responsibilities

Account Management - Ensure sustainability and growth of a specific account / accounts by conducting the following activities in accordance with "The Buckman Way".

Sales development into target market - Retain and expand business to grow sales and profit margins to achieve business objectives.

Technical Services - Ensure existing applications and equipment are maintained and technical services are performed to ensure optimal performance.

Marketing support - Ensure that the sales efforts are aligned with Buckman marketing strategy.

SHERQ Management - Maintain and improve SHERQ performance to deliver targeted sales at the lowest possible risk to the company.

Continuous Improvement and Project Management Support - Support the Account Manager in identifying, managing and implementing Continuous Improvements and Projects.

Basic daily duties will include (but will not be limited to) the following; Accurate chemical application to cooling water systems, liquid solid separation, boiler water systems and other chemical application as required; Laboratory and on site chemical evaluation related to chemical performance in water systems and liquid solid separation; Accurate interpretation of water chemistry related to chemical application; % continuity of chemical supply, inclusive of deliveries and housekeeping; Strict adherence / compliance with customer standards / required results, chemical and plant related; Accurate budget and general administration.

The successful candidate must be prepared to travel extensively, must be physically fit and able to work alone at physically challenging plants on surface.

They will be a people‑person, practically orientated, able to handle pressure, a problem solver and a team member who is self‑motivated.

They must be able to communicate at all levels, be organized and self‑disciplined.

A driver's license, computer literacy, basic proficiency in Microsoft packages and understanding of business systems is a necessity. The career is challenging and there are great prospects for growth. Work Place : The position is for a Technical Sales Representative Western Cape (Cape Town and surroundings).

The successful candidate will be expected to reside or relocate to the Western Cape (Cape Town and surroundings) area to take up the position.

Employment Equity

Equity StatementWe are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace when recruiting internally and externally.

It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals. Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be short listed.

If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider yourself unsuccessful. CLOSING DATE : 25 September