Technical Sales Representative – Electric Motors

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd is seeking a Technical Sales Representative to join their Durban team. The successful candidate will promote and sell electric motors, gearboxes, and related industrial products while developing strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities in the region.

This role demands a technically minded sales professional with a solid understanding of industrial applications and excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Matric essential.
• Technical qualification in Electrical Engineering advantageous.
• Proven experience in technical sales of electric motors or industrial equipment.
• Strong understanding of electric motors and gearboxes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Valid driver’s licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell electric motors and gearboxes.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Identify new business opportunities in Durban and KZN.
• Provide technical advice and product support.
• Prepare and submit sales quotations.
• Achieve sales targets.
• Conduct client visits and site assessments.
• Liaise with internal support teams.
• Monitor market trends and competitors.
• Maintain accurate sales records.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Knowledge of electric motors

Customer service

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Technical qualification in Electrical Engineering

Matric

Job description

About the Role

A leading supplier within the electrical and industrial motor sector is seeking a driven Technical Sales Representative to join their Durban team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting and selling electric motors, gearboxes, and related industrial equipment while maintaining strong relationships with existing clients and developing new business within the region.

This role requires a technically minded sales professional with strong knowledge of electric motors and industrial applications, combined with the ability to deliver excellent customer service and solution-based selling.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell electric motors, gearboxes, and related industrial products
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new customers
• Identify new business opportunities within the Durban and KZN region
• Provide technical advice and product support to clients
• Prepare and submit quotations and follow up on sales opportunities
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets
• Conduct client visits and site assessments
• Liaise with internal technical, logistics, and support teams
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity
• Maintain accurate sales records and reporting

Minimum Requirements

• Matric essential
• Technical qualification in Electrical Engineering advantageous
• Proven experience in technical sales (electric motors, drives, or industrial equipment essential)
• Strong understanding of electric motors, gearboxes, and industrial applications
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Valid driver’s licence essential