Junior Sales Person – item® Aluminium Profiles & Accessories (Catalogue Sales) Location: Johannesburg Department: Sales Reporting to: Sales Manager / Business Development Manager Industry: Engineering, Mechanical Components, Industrial Automation, Aluminium Profile Systems 1.Remuneration & Benefits • Market-related junior salary (/- R15000 -R25000) • Commission or performance bonus structure. • Training on item® product systems provided. • Fuel/transport allowance if field visits are required. 2.Role Purpose The Junior Sales Person will be responsible for supporting and growing sales of item® aluminium profiles, modular framing components, and mechanical accessories through catalogue-based selling. The role focuses on lead generation, customer relationship building, quoting, product recommendations, and supporting senior sales staff with technical and administrative tasks. This is an entry-level position suited to someone with strong commercial drive, a willingness to learn technical products, and enthusiasm for working in the engineering and automation sector. 3.Key Responsibilities Sales & Customer Engagement • Promote and sell item® aluminium profiles, fasteners, linear components, and accessories from the company catalogue. Research and identify new customers in manufacturing, automation, packaging, materials handling, and engineering sectors. Conduct outbound calls, respond to inbound enquiries, and support walk-in clients. Maintain and update customer information on CRM systems. Prepare and deliver quick, accurate, catalogue-based quotations. Follow up consistently to convert leads into sales. Assist senior sales team with upselling and cross-selling opportunities. Technical & Product Support Develop strong foundational knowledge of item® profiles, T-slot systems, accessories, linear motion elements, and assembly options. Provide basic technical advice to customers (training provided). Interpret customer sketches, basic dimensions, or application needs to recommend suitable components. Work closely with the engineering/design department on custom assemblies, cutting lists, and BOM preparation. Sales Administration Assist with order processing, documentation, and confirmation. Track delivery schedules and communicate updates to clients. Maintain catalogue stock, sample kits, showroom displays, and demo components. Support trade shows, product demonstrations, and marketing events. Relationship Management Build strong relationships with procurement teams, technicians, small fabricators, automation builders, and project buyers. Ensure excellent after-sales service and customer satisfaction. 4.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Sales revenue growth (monthly and quarterly). • Lead generation activity (calls, visits, CRM entries). • Quote turnaround time and accuracy. • Customer satisfaction and repeat business rate. • Product knowledge improvement and technical proficiency milestones. 5.Required Qualifications Minimum: • Matric / Grade 12 • Valid driver’s license Preferred: • N6, Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Design (advantage). • Any sales, customer service, or technical product training. 6.Skills & Competencies Technical Aptitude • Basic understanding of mechanical components, aluminium profiles, or interest in engineering systems. • Ability to read simple drawings or understand dimensional requirements (training provided). 7.Sales Skills • Strong communication and presentation ability. • Confidence in customer interaction. • Good negotiation and follow-up ability. • Strong phone manner and customer-facing attitude. Administrative Skills • High accuracy in quotations and order entry. • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Outlook). • CRM familiarity (advantage). Behavioural Attributes • Energetic, driven and eager to learn. • Positive attitude and solution-oriented mindset. • Professional, reliable, and consistent. • Good team player. 6. Experience Requirements • 0–2 years in sales, customer service, internal sales or technical support. • Experience working with engineering components, CNC shops, automation suppliers, or industrial distributors is a strong advantage. 8.Ideal Candidate Profile A motivated entry-level sales talent with high curiosity for mechanical systems, strong communication skills, and the drive to build a successful sales career in the industrial and automation sector. NB Only SA nationals need apply. 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