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Durban: External Sales Engineer posted by Marvel Placement Consultant

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Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

  • Matric.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ sales experience in a technical or engineering-related environment.
  • Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and managing a territory.
  • Sound knowledge of technical sales principles and the ability to read technical drawings.
  • Valid Driver’s License is required.
  • Advantageous: Familiarity with the engineering and industrial sectors in KwaZulu-Natal.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Leverage CRM platforms and sales tools to keep client information current and monitor sales activity effectively.
  • Engage in internal training programs and commit to ongoing self-study to stay ahead of industry developments and product updates.
  • Assist the broader team by participating in collaborative efforts and supporting related functions to achieve collective objectives.
  • Stay current with industry knowledge by attending relevant workshops, analysing technical literature, and expanding your professional network.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities while continuing to develop and grow existing customer relationships.
  • Respond swiftly to incoming sales enquiries and ensure effective follow-up through appropriate communication channels.
  • Support the implementation of training initiatives aimed at specific market segments to drive product understanding and engagement.
  • Evaluate and report on competitor activity, market positioning, and emerging trends, recommending adjustments to offerings where needed.
  • Create and refine a focused business plan for the EPP product portfolio, aligning with sales objectives and regional strategies.
  • Monitor and document client engagements and territory performance with precision to support accurate reporting and forecasting.
  • Develop and execute compelling sales proposals that align with ethical practices and reflect the company’s value proposition.
  • Recommend enhancements to stock levels, product offerings, and service models based on performance feedback and market analysis.
  • Present clear and concise reporting to management, including weekly work plans, daily activity summaries, and monthly/annual territory reviews.
  • Establish and maintain strategic customer relationships, ensuring long-term client satisfaction and business sustainability.
  • Target key opportunities for up-selling and cross-selling across both new and existing accounts to drive additional revenue.
  • Strategically plan customer interactions and sales activities to meet and exceed established targets and business development goals.
  • Manage regional markets by developing strategies tailored to specific segments and continuously refining go-to-market approaches.
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Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 17 September 2025, however you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position till 9 October 2025.

Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We value your submission, and we try our utmost best to get back to each applicant. However, should your application be successful, we will be in contact with you. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of application, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We are however recruitment specialists and will keep your details on our database for possible future opportunities.

PoPI Act:
Please note that Marvel Placement Consultants adhere to the POPI Act (Act No. 4 of 2013: Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013). Section 9 of PoPI states that “Personal Information may only be processed if, given the purpose for which it is processed, it is adequate, relevant and not excessive”.



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