TRAFFIC Gauteng

Technical Sales - New Business Development

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

Technical Sales - New Business Development

2026-04-23 - 2026-05-23

DUR003601

Sales and Marketing

Remote work from home role, to be based in Gauteng

A dynamic opportunity exists for a driven and results-focused Technical Sales Executive to spearhead new business development within the specialised industrial machinery and engineered solutions space. This role is ideal for a proactive hunter who thrives on opening doors, building relationships, and converting opportunities into long-term business.

You will play a key role in engaging customers early in their planning stages - including new builds, refurbishments, and hygiene improvement projects - working closely with operations, engineering, quality, and executive teams to deliver tailored, high-value solutions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Identify and pursue new strategic business opportunities where solutions add value
  • Build and manage a strong, forward-looking sales pipeline
  • Engage confidently with senior decision-makers, technical teams, and project stakeholders
  • Collaborate effectively with presales, sales teams, and technical suppliers
  • Drive consultative sales processes and convert opportunities into long-term partnerships
  • Grow presence within existing clients by creating new entry points and relationships
Minimum Requirements
  • Proven experience in technical B2B sales or consultative solution selling
  • Exposure to food processing, beverage manufacturing, industrial equipment, or engineered systems
  • Ability to engage at plant, engineering, and executive level
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage longer sales cycles
  • Experience managing a sales pipeline and using CRM systemsAbility to drive opportunities from initial contact through to close
  • Willingness to travel nationally

About This Role

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Salary Benchmark
$44,630/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Speaking Reading Comprehension Service Orientation Social Perceptiveness
Common Technologies
Microsoft Excel 365 Microsoft PowerPoint 365 Modern Data Warehouse Architecture Fiserv DNA Finastra Fusion Phoenix Microsoft Outlook 365 HCL Notes

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