Telecom Sales Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission

Company car or travel allowance

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Telecom Sales Engineer to support clients in and around Bloemfontein, Free State. You will bridge advanced telecom solutions with client needs, designing solutions for connectivity challenges and providing technical guidance throughout the sales cycle.

The role involves on-site assessments, hybrid work for proposals and documentation, and travel within Bloemfontein as required. Strong presentation skills and a customer-first mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in a technical sales or sales engineering role within telecom.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, internet technologies, voice/data communication systems, and wireless solutions.

Responsibilities

• Engage with prospective and existing clients to understand telecommunications needs and business objectives.
• Develop and present customized technical solutions showcasing value.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and site surveys for proposed solutions.
• Prepare detailed technical proposals, quotations, and responses to RFPs/RFIs.
• Collaborate with sales team to achieve revenue targets.
• Provide technical support and product training to clients and internal teams.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging telecommunications technologies.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during pre-sales and post-sales phases.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor and build strong client relationships.

Skills

Networking concepts

Voice/data systems

Presentation/communication

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in telecom/eng/CS

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and technically adept Telecom Sales Engineer to join their team, supporting clients in and around Bloemfontein, Free State. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between our advanced telecommunications solutions and client needs. You will be responsible for understanding customer requirements, providing technical expertise during the sales process, and designing solutions that meet their specific connectivity and communication challenges. This hybrid role combines client-facing activities and on-site assessments with remote work for proposal development and technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with prospective and existing clients to understand their telecommunications needs and business objectives.
• Develop and present customized technical solutions, demonstrating the value proposition of our offerings.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and site surveys for proposed solutions.
• Prepare detailed technical proposals, quotations, and responses to RFPs/RFIs.
• Collaborate closely with the sales team to achieve revenue targets.
• Provide technical support and product training to clients and internal teams.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging telecommunications technologies.
• Troubleshoot technical issues that may arise during the pre-sales and post-sales phases.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients, building strong relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a technical sales or sales engineering role within the telecommunications industry.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, internet technologies, voice/data communication systems, and wireless solutions.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to build rapport with clients and understand their business needs.
• Proficiency in creating technical proposals and solution designs.
• Willingness to travel within the Bloemfontein region as required for client meetings and site assessments.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with CRM software is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and attractive commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Company car or travel allowance.
• Extensive product training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work with a leading provider of telecommunications solutions.
• A supportive team environment focused on growth and success.