Technical Sales Representative

Rubiconsa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Industrial Automation in Cape Town is seeking a Technical Sales Representative to enhance client relationships and drive sales. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in automation products, excellent communication skills, and the ability to present technical solutions effectively. This role offers an opportunity to work with multiple reputable brands and engage in significant business growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in technical sales.
• Strong knowledge of electrical components in automation.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Identify new sales opportunities.
• Achieve sales targets and contribute to business growth.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Commercial awareness

Relationship building

Education

Engineering/Electrical qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Netsuite ERP

Job description

We are seeking a results driven Technical Sales Representative to join our Industrial Automation team in Cape Town. As a Technical Sales Representatives you will have access to multiple reputable brands from various portfolios to address client needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of industrial automation products and the markets in which they are used in Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Identify and develop new sales opportunities
• Address all customer inquiries including technical questions
• Present technical products and solutions clearly and confidently
• Achieve sales targets and contribute to business growth
• Increase technical knowledge
• Update CRM information and feedback on market
• Attend networking events and trade shows

Requirements

Education:

• Engineering/Electrical qualification advantageous
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in technical sales
• Strong knowledge of electrical components in the automation industry, PLC’s, Switchgear, Cables, Sensors etc.
• Proven track record of matching products to client needs and achieving sales targets.

Personal Profile:

• Professional
• Self- motivated
• Sense of urgency
• Service oriented
• Resourceful

Skills:

• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships
• Excellent communication, verbal and written
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to explain product features and benefits
• Commercial awareness
• Microsoft Office suite
• Netsuite ERP experience advantageous