MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY Qualifications and Experience Five years experience in the diesel generator industry. Five years experience in d iesel generator installation requirements. Knowledge or formal qualification in electrical installation bylaws for diesel generators. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Syspro knowledge to confirm stock availability will be an advantage. MS Projects knowledge will also be an advantage. Good knowledge of reputable and reliable equipment and service suppliers in the industry. A code 8 drivers license. A valid passport Duties and Responsibilities Assist with technical queries. Continuously improving internal systems and procedures. Monitor engineering developments and new projects within the engineering and energy sectors Sales and Business Development Energy solutions and generator sales Strategically increase Generator Sales and Business Development in the allocated geographical areas of responsibility. This will include assistance in meeting quote and tender deadlines and meeting sales targets. Plan, develop and implement (in conjunction with the management) strategies to increase turnover and meet sales targets. This will include identifying appropriate local business support channels in the allocated geographical areas Plan energy solutions and generator sales related activities, supported through formal sales presentations. Cold calling on new customers Proposals Liaise with customers to understand their energy constraints and requirements. Receive and process customer enquiries in line with the customers technical requirements. Participate in site inspections / tender briefings to gather more information around the enquiry opportunity. Prepare conceptual designs in accordance with customer specifications as a basis for cost calculations. Mentoring and Training Guidance Responsible for Mentoring, Training and Guidance in terms of Generator application engineering, Power Plants and factors influencing sales. Assist in generator application engineering training, where required to enhance staff skills development. Compliment the Projects and Product department with mentoring, training and guidance for technical design, proposals and proper identification of customer requirements with solution orientation. Participate in the environment for Management, Team Leaders and Supervisors are moved to higher levels of effectiveness, independent decision making and sustained ownership that mitigates risk to the company. Projects Offer support in terms of constructive customer relationships during project execution. Assist in the practical project execution of special orders and installations