Employer: Helderberg Personnel cc Blackheath, Kuils River | Regular client visits (Cape Town)Our client, a specialist supplier of electronic components to the engineering and manufacturing sector, is recruiting a Senior Sales Engineer to manage and grow Key Accounts within large tech and electrical engineering companies. This is a relationship-driven, consultative role focused on retention, expansion, and technical support (not a heavy new business role). Duties Include + Own a portfolio of strategic/key accounts and build trusted relationships across engineering and procurement + Support engineers with component selection, BOM support, alternates/replacements, and lifecycle/obsolescence solutions + Drive account growth through penetration, cross-selling, and identifying cost-down/supply continuity opportunities + Manage accurate forecasting, pipeline visibility, and CRM/admin + Coordinate with internal sourcing/product teams to ensure best-fit solutions, pricing, and reliable supply + Provide regular reporting on account performance, risks, competitor activity, and opportunities Requirements + Degree/Diploma (Electrical/Electronic Engineering preferred) + 5+ years Sales Engineering / Technical Sales (electronic components advantageous) + Proven experience managing large/complex key accounts + Strong commercial awareness and negotiation ability + MS Office (Excel essential); CRM experience advantageous + Bilingual (Afrikaans & English), presentable + Valid driver’s licence + willingness to travel locally