Technical Sales Representative - Coatings Raw Materials

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical industry seeks a skilled representative to manage and develop customer relationships for specialty and commodity raw materials. Ideal candidates will possess a tertiary qualification in Chemistry and have extensive experience in the field, including a strong understanding of paint and coating materials. This role requires excellent numerical skills and the ability to provide technical insights to clients while maintaining comprehensive documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-8 years' relevant experience in sales.
• In-depth knowledge of paint and coating raw materials.
• Strong numerical ability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Distributing specialty and commodity chemical raw materials.
• Maintaining customer base and developing new opportunities.
• Providing technical advice on formulations.

Skills

Numerical skills

Technical communication

Market analysis

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Chemistry

Job description

Minimum requirements for the role : Must have a relevant tertiary qualificationin Chemistry or related fieldSAPMA courses are advantageousMinimum 2- 8 years' relevant experienceIn-depth knowledge of paint and coating raw materials is essentialStrong numerical skills, including the ability to calculate quotes, place orders, and prepare reportsAbility to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy in calculationsComfortable working with percentages and numerical analysisExcellent written and verbal communication skillsThe successful candidate will be responsible for : Distributing specialty and commodity chemical raw materials.Maintaining the existing customer base, as well as identifying new opportunities.Developing and expanding all market segments.Creating and submitting offers, including managing price responsibilities.Independently processing customer inquiries, including complaints.Providing technical advice to customers on the development of formulations, including appropriate sampling.Conducting market analysis of customers, products, competitors, and application markets.Maintaining and documenting reports in the CRM system.Taking responsibility for budget and requirements planning.Collaborating and participating in trade fairs and customer seminars as technical insight days.Managing stock by working closely with Principal Managers to ensure optimal stock holding.Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates

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