Technical Sales Consultant

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Technical Sales Consultant with Profile Personnel, who is recruiting for a leading organisation within the industrial and manufacturing sector. Based in Gauteng, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business, growing existing customer relationships, and providing technical sales support across a range of industrial products and solutions. **What you will do** * Identify and acquire new business opportunities within the industrial sector. * Grow and maintain existing customer relationships through cross-selling and upselling. * Prepare proposals, quotations and service level agreements. * Provide pre-sales and post-sales support, including product education and technical advice. * Maintain an accurate and up-to-date sales pipeline and track prospects throughout the sales process. * Manage customer contacts and sales activities using the required CRM and sales planning systems. * Provide accurate and timely sales and prospect information to management. * Maintain regular communication with the workshop regarding customer equipment repairs. * Manage product pricing and communicate price increases to customers. * Work towards achieving or exceeding monthly turnover and gross profit targets. * Conduct process evaluations and identify opportunities for continuous improvement using available technology. * Manage relevant contracts and projects, including equipment installation and operator training. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Minimum 3 years' sales experience within the industrial sector. * Minimum 2 years' experience in a manufacturing or process environment. * Experience working with technical products and/or mechanical exposure. * Experience in prospecting and business development. * Experience with CRM systems or structured sales processes. * Technical aptitude in areas such as pneumatics, hydraulics or mechanical systems. * Experience with production processes or automation. * At least a Matric qualification. * Mechanical/process theory exposure will be advantageous. * Valid Driver's Licence and reliable transport. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent customer relationship-building and listening skills. * Ability to communicate effectively with customers at all levels, from buyers and production/maintenance staff through to operational and senior management. * Confident and composed when working under pressure. * Strong planning, prioritisation and organisational skills. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and workloads effectively. * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Ability to take ownership of product/process trials from inception through to analysis. * Good administrative and reporting skills. * Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team. * Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act. * Proficient in Microsoft Office. **Who should apply** Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in industrial sales and manufacturing/process environments, with at least 3 years of sales experience and 2 years in a manufacturing or process setting. They should have hands-on experience with technical products, mechanical exposure, prospecting, and business development, coupled with proficiency in CRM systems and structured sales processes. Essential is a technical aptitude in pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems, production processes, or automation. Applicants must hold at least a Matric qualification, with mechanical/process theory exposure being advantageous, and have a valid Driver's Licence and reliable transport. Strong communication, customer relationship-building, planning, organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills are critical, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and contribute to a team. Confidence under pressure and proficiency in Microsoft Office are also required. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/technical-sales-consultant-profile-personnel Source: myjobmag

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• At least 2 years of experience.

• Microsoft Office
• Driver's licence

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