Pretoria: Technical Sales Representative

Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Technical Sales Representative to promote and sell agricultural implements to farmers, dealerships, and distributors. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in agriculture or mechanical engineering, combined with excellent interpersonal and sales skills. The role requires extensive travel to client sites, exhibitions, and trade shows. Key Responsibilities Promote and sell agricultural implements to new and existing customers. Provide technical product demonstrations and explain benefits in practical farm applications. Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, dealerships, and distributors. Conduct on-site visits to farms, workshops, and regional offices to support clients. Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions from the product range. Prepare and submit quotations, proposals, and tenders. Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts in line with company guidelines. Provide after-sales support, including troubleshooting and coordinating with service teams. Represent the company at agricultural shows, expos, and field demonstrations. Gather market intelligence, competitor activity, and customer feedback to support product development and strategy. Preferred Qualifications Educational Background: Diploma/Degree in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Science , or related technical field. Alternatively, strong practical farming or mechanical experience with agricultural machinery. Experience: Minimum 35 years in technical sales, agricultural equipment sales, or farm machinery operation/maintenance . Proven track record in building and maintaining customer relationships. Technical Skills: Solid understanding of agricultural machinery, implements, and farming practices. Ability to perform product demonstrations and basic troubleshooting. Computer literacy (MS Office, CRM systems, email, reporting). Soft Skills: Strong communication and presentation skills. Negotiation and closing ability. Self-motivated, independent, and target-driven. Excellent organizational and time management skills.