Technical Sales Representative (Foundry)

Dixie Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Dixie Recruitment is seeking a Technical Sales Representative based in Johannesburg to drive new business in the foundry sector. You will develop client relationships, understand technical requirements and translate them into quotations for new jobs.

The role requires experience in a foundry environment, travel willingness and the ability to work across agricultural, sugar, mining, electricity, gas, water and related industries. Strong communication will be key to success.

Qualifications

• Matric with Engineering Drawing as a subject.
• Previous sales experience, preferably in a technical or industrial environment.
• Foundry-related trade qualification would be advantageous.
• Must have good attendance, punctuality and willingness to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across agricultural, sugar, mining, electricity, gas, water and related industries.
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers to grow sales and expand market presence.
• Travel extensively to visit clients, understand their requirements and identify opportunities for additional business.
• Act as the technical liaison between the foundry and its clients, ensuring requirements are clearly communicated.
• Assist with preparing quotations for new jobs, working with relevant teams to establish customer requirements.
• Follow up on sales opportunities and customer enquiries to support business growth and maintain high levels of customer service.

Skills

Sales experience (technical/industrial

Relationship building

Education

Matric with Eng Drawing

Foundry trade qualification advantageous

Job description

Technical Sales Representative - Johannesburg

Our client in the foundry sector is looking for a Technical Sales Representative to be based in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate must have previous experience working within a foundry environment, a sound understanding of the industry and the ability to develop new business while maintaining strong relationships with existing customers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Matric certificate with Engineering Drawing as a subject.
• Previous sales experience, preferably in a technical or industrial environment.
• Must have previous experience working in a foundry environment.
• A foundry-related trade qualification would be advantageous.
• Good attendance record, punctuality and willingness to travel extensively.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across the agricultural, sugar, mining, electricity, gas, water and related industries.
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers to grow sales and expand market presence.
• Travel extensively to visit clients, understand their requirements and identify opportunities for additional business.
• Act as the technical liaison between the foundry and its clients, ensuring requirements are clearly communicated.
• Assist with preparing quotations for new jobs, working with the relevant teams to establish customer requirements.
• Follow up on sales opportunities and customer enquiries to support business growth and maintain high levels of customer service.