Junior Sales Person – CNC Machining & Metal Fabrication Services Location: Johannesburg, South Africa Department: Sales Reports To: Sales Manager / Business Development Manager Role Type: Full-Time, On-Site / Field-Based Industry: Engineering, CNC Machining, Metal Fabrication, Manufacturing 1.Compensation & Benefits (Suggested Framework) • Basic Salary: Dependant on experience – typically R15,000 to R25,000 per month for junior roles. • Commission Structure: Performance-based, uncapped or tiered. • Fuel/Travel Allowance or Reimbursement. • Cell phone allowance or company phone. • Pension/Provident Fund (company-dependent). • Training and development opportunities. 2.Role Purpose The Junior Sales Person will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and converting new business opportunities for CNC machining and metal fabrication services. The role involves supporting the sales team, conducting client visits, preparing quotations, and helping expand the company’s footprint in manufacturing, engineering, mining, automotive, and fabrication markets. This position is ideal for a motivated individual with strong communication skills, technical curiosity, and a willingness to learn the CNC machining industry. 3.Key Responsibilities Business Development & Lead Generation • Identify and pursue new business opportunities for CNC machining, fabrication, and engineering services. • Conduct cold calling, emailing, LinkedIn outreach, and site visits to prospective customers. • Assist with developing and managing a sales pipeline using a CRM system. • Attend industry trade shows, exhibitions, and association events to generate leads. Client Relationship Management • Build and maintain productive relationships with new and existing customers. • Understand customer requirements for machining, welding, fabrication, and custom metal components. • Provide product/services information and handle customer queries professionally. • Follow up on quotations, proposals, and outstanding negotiations. Technical Sales Support • Work with engineering and production teams to prepare accurate quotations for CNC turning, milling, laser cutting, bending, welding, and assembly. • Collect technical drawings/specifications from clients and communicate clearly with the internal technical team. • Learn to interpret basic technical drawings (advantageous but can be trained). • Understand basic machining processes, tolerances, materials (mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium), and fabrication workflows. Sales Administration • Prepare daily and weekly sales reports as required by the Sales Manager. • Record customer interactions, quotes, and opportunities in CRM. • Assist with tender submissions, RFQs, and documentation. • Ensure accurate, timely delivery of quotes and follow-up activities. Customer Visits & Territory Management • Plan and conduct site visits to factories, workshops, OEMs, and engineering firms. • Gather information on customer needs, machine usage, and pain points. • Maintain an organised diary and call cycle. 4.Required Qualifications & Experience Minimum Requirements • Matric / Grade 12. • Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle. • 1–2 years of sales experience (industrial, fabrication, metalworking, or engineering environment preferred). • Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Advantageous • Exposure to CNC machining, metal fabrication, technical manufacturing, mechanical parts, or engineering firms. • Ability to read or learn to read simple engineering drawings. • Experience using a CRM system (HubSpot, Pipedrive, Zoho, etc.). 5.Skills & Competencies Technical Skills • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (training will be provided). • Ability to gather and relay technical information accurately. • Good numeracy and analytical ability (quotations, pricing understanding). Sales Skills • Strong prospecting and lead-generation ability. • Persuasive communication and negotiation skills. • Professional presentation and client-facing behaviour. • Ability to manage follow-ups and close deals. Soft Skills • High energy, self-motivation, and a positive attitude. • Strong organisational and time-management ability. • Willingness to learn technical concepts quickly. • Ability to work under pressure and meet targets. • Team player with a customer-centric mindset. 6.Performance Objectives Success in this role will be measured by: • Number of quality leads generated. • Conversion rate of quotes to orders. • New customer accounts opened. • Sales revenue achieved vs. monthly and quarterly targets. • Customer satisfaction and relationship quality. • Accuracy and timeliness of reporting and admin. 6. Working Conditions • Primarily field-based with regular customer visits. • Office and workshop exposure for training on machining processes. • Travel within Gauteng (and occasionally nationally). • Standard business hours; occasional after-hours meetings or events.
