Technical Sales Representative

Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Salary: R25 000.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Sales
Reference: CPT000145/NDB

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Vacancy Details

Employer: West Coast Personnel

The Technical Sales Representative leverages their technical knowledge and sales skills to effectively promote and sell the company’s products and services, with a focus on providing optimal solutions for existing clients, as well as actively seeking new opportunitieswithin the engineering, manufacturing and technology sectors.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Qualifications:

Diploma in Sales & Marketing / Sales Certificate / Technical Certificate

Experience:

Sales experience in a technical field (e.g., boilers, electrical, or mechanical engineering preferred).

Additional Training:

Sales or technical short courses (e.g., Negotiation Skills, Customer Relationship Management, Project Management).

Competencies

Behavioural Competencies

Customer & Stakeholder Focus (Level 2-3):
- Structures work to meet client-specific needs.
- Adapts existing products/services to surpass customer expectations.
Driving Results & Accountability (Level 1):
- Takes ownership of individual and team performance.
- Demonstrates resilience and openness to feedback.
Adapting Flexibly to Change (Level 2):
- Communicates change effectively and supports team adaptation.
Teamworking & Collaboration (Level 1):
- Contributes to a positive work environment with respect and cooperation.

Technical Competencies

Marketing & Sales Acumen (Level 2):
- Applies marketing strategies and sales techniques to achieve targets.
- Builds and maintains a strong sales funnel.
Negotiation Skills (Level 2):
- Successfully conducts negotiations, balancing facts and relationships.
Legislative & Regulatory Knowledge (Level 2):
- Understands industry laws and regulations.
Industry & Market Knowledge (Level 2):
- Keeps up-to-date with market trends and industry developments.
Presentation Skills (Level 2):
- Delivers engaging, professional presentations.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Key Performance Areas (KPAs):

Sales Performance & Lead Generation (60%)
- Achieve revenue targets.
- Generate qualified leads and convert them into successful sales.
- Maintain a strong sales pipeline.
Customer Relationship Management (15%)
- Retain clients and maintain satisfaction levels through exceptional service.
- Respond promptly to customer inquiries and resolve issues independently.
Technical Expertise & Product Knowledge (15%)
- Deliver technical presentations and product demos.
- Complete product/technical training programs.
Admin & Reporting (10%)
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting of sales data.
- Maintain compliance with company protocols and client information accuracy.

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