Technical Sales Representative ( 1 Year Fixed Term Contract)

Elchemie; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical solutions provider in South Africa is seeking a Technical Sales Representative on a 1-Year Fixed Term Contract. This role requires expertise in chemical applications within the Pulp and Paper industry, along with relevant technical sales experience. The successful candidate will handle chemical supply continuity, perform evaluations, and ensure regulatory compliance. A competitive salary of R25,000 per month is offered, with statutory benefits included.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 6 months relevant technical sales experience in the Pulp & Paper industry is preferred.
• Degree or National Diploma in Pulp and Paper, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or Chemical Engineering is required.
• Ability to handle pressure and solve problems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Accurate chemical application to various processes.
• Conduct laboratory and on-site chemical evaluations.
• Ensure 100% continuity of chemical supply.
• Maintain and improve SHERQ performance.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Chemical application knowledge

Organizational skills

Advanced writing skills

Education

Degree or National Diploma in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Paper Technologies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Technical Sales Representative (12 month FTC)

Location: Umkomaas, KZN, South Africa I Industry: Chemical Manufacturing/Paper Technologies| Experience: 6 months (sales in pulp and paper industry)
Type: Fixed Term Contract- FTC- 1 Year/12 months | Environment: Fast paced, high performance

About the Role

A 1 Year Fixed Term Contract Technical Sales Representative position has become available in the Paper Technologies Division, based in Sappi Saiccor.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Accurate chemical application to the pulping and bleaching processes, cooling water systems, liquid solid separation, boiler water systems and other chemical applications as required.
• Laboratory and on-site chemical evaluation related to chemical performance in various processes.
• Accurate interpretation of chemistry related to all chemical applications.
• 100% 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
• Maintain and improve SHERQ performance to deliver targeted sales at the lowest possible risk to the company.

What You’ll Need

• A Degree or National Diploma or equivalent in Pulp and Paper / Chemistry/ Biochemistry / Microbiology / Chemical Engineering is a pre-requisite.
• A minimum of 6 months’ relevant technical sales experience in the Pulp & Paper industry will be an advantage.
• Workable knowledge of Microsoft packages.

What’s In It for You

• Basic Salary : R25 000 pm (negotiable based on experience and the right skills set)
• This is a 1 Year Fixed Term Contract position (with no expectation for a possibility of a further extension )
• This position does not have any benefits other than the normal statutory benefits (All Leave types and UIF)

A Few Things to Know

• The successful candidate will be a people-person, practically orientated, able to handle pressure, a problem solver and a team member who is self-motivated. They must have advanced writing skills and in particular technical report writing, be able to communicate at all levels, be organized and self - disciplined.

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