Technical Sales Engineer (KZN)

Zeal HR (Pty) Ltd

Technical Sales Engineer. Are you passionate about sales and eager to carve out a successful career in the cutting-edge world of carbide tooling? Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Technical Sales Engineer to join their team to service the KZN area from the Johannesburg office.

• Prospect and identify new business opportunities within the tooling industry
• Cultivate strong relationships to understand customers' needs and provide tailored solutions
• Service existing customer base with aim of growing our share of business at these customers
• Increase existing customer base by prospecting and opening new accounts
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed set targets
• Identify opportunities, gather information required to select appropriate tooling and conduct tests to prove our product to customers
• Demonstrate to customers improved manufacturing cycle times and/ or cost savings on calculated cost per component due to improved tool life
• Keep all necessary paperwork and records of relevant daily sales activities up to date
• Daily check-ins and updates on company CRM system
• Work with the sales team nationally and other departments such as internal sales, finance, stock control and stores
• Prepare for and attend regular sales meetings with management to determine progress on agreed KPI's as well as provide timely and accurate sales forecasts and reports
• Maintain superior product knowledge and attend relevant sales and technical training
• Keep abreast of industry trends, competitor activities and market developments to capitalize on new opportunities in your area
• Always portray a professional image of the company

• Experience working with manufacturing machines including CNC's, mills and lathes
• Strong understanding of carbide cutting tools and applications
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Proven sales track record selling carbide tooling products is an advantage