Technical Sales Representative – Conveyor & Industrial Solutions

In brief

**Overview** A supplier of industrial conveyor systems, components, Filtration, and machinery, represented by Kontak Recruitment, is seeking an early-career, technically minded sales person for a Technical Sales Representative role. This position is not a desk job; it involves active engagement on factory floors, inspecting conveyor lines, taking measurements, specifying the correct belts and components, and independently closing deals for factories and processing plants across South Africa. **What you will do** * **On-site technical sales:** * Visit factories and processing plants in food & beverage, manufacturing, mining-related, and general industry sectors. * Measure and assess conveyor belts, systems, and components on site. * Identify client needs and recommend appropriate products and solutions. * Convert measurements and site findings into accurate quotes. * **Business development:** * Find new clients through prospecting, cold calling, and direct visits to plants in your assigned area. * Manage the full sales cycle, from initial visit and measurement to quoting, closing the deal, and following up. * Grow existing accounts by identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities. * **Relationships and reporting:** * Build long-term relationships with maintenance managers, engineers, buyers, and plant managers. * Keep your sales pipeline, CRM, and sales reports current. * Provide feedback on competitor activity and market trends. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A technical qualification: N4–N6, National Diploma, or trade certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or Industrial Engineering, for example, from SOLTECH, a TVET college, or a University of Technology. * 1-3 years' experience in a plant, maintenance, workshop, technical sales, or technical support role; comfortable around conveyors, drives, bearings, or production lines. * Some exposure to sales or client-facing work, or a strong drive to build a sales career. * Mechanically minded: able to measure, specify, and explain a technical solution to a plant manager. * Competitive and target-driven, seeking commission rather than just a salary. * Confident, presentable, and skilled at building relationships. * Valid driver's licence and own reliable vehicle essential. **Who should apply** Individuals with a technical background who are eager to earn more than a fixed salary allows, with their pay matching their effort. This role is ideal for early-career, technically minded sales professionals comfortable working on plant floors, reading technical drawings, and specifying technical solutions. Applicants should be competitive, target-driven, confident, presentable, and skilled in building relationships. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/technical-sales-representative-conveyor-industrial-solutions-kontak-recruitment Source: myjobmag

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• At least 1 year of experience.

• Cold calling
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