Durban: Technical Sales Representative posted by Top Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

1. Identify and develop new business opportunities in target industries.
2. Manage and grow existing client accounts through regular visits and support.
3. Conduct site inspections, product demonstrations, and technical assessments.
4. Prepare accurate quotations, tenders, and proposals.
5. Work closely with internal teams to ensure the correct equipment is specified and delivered.
6. Provide after-sales technical support and assist with troubleshooting where needed.
7. Stay up to date on industry trends, competitors, and emerging technologies.
8. Meet and exceed monthly and annual sales targets.

 
REQUIREMENTS

1. Matric / Grade 12 (essential).
2. National Diploma or N6 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (advantageous).
3. Minimum 3–5 years’ technical sales experience, preferably in pumps, valves, or related industrial equipment.
4. Proven record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
5. Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of fluid dynamics / pump systems.
6. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
7. Computer literate
8. Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel extensively.
9. Have own vehicle

 
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

1. Confident, professional, and technically minded.
2. Self-driven and able to work independently.
3. Excellent problem-solving and relationship-building abilities.
4. Customer-focused with a passion for solution selling.

 
RUMUNERATION
Market-related basic salary + commission.
Car allowance & fuel card
Laptop
Cellphone