Sales Representative (Electrical & Solar Solutions

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) essential
• Electrical qualification, NQF certificate, or relevant technical training advantageous
• Valid drivers licence and own reliable vehicle
• Willingness to travel locally for client visits
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems
• Sales revenue and margin targets
• New customer acquisition
• Customer retention and satisfaction
• Accuracy of quotations and orders
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, solar PV, inverters, and batteries
• Excellent negotiation and closing skills
• Ability to explain technical concepts in simple terms
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Customer-focused with a consultative sales approach
• Ability to work independently and manage own sales pipeline.
• Minimum 35 years sales experience in:
  
  • Electrical products
  • Solar panels, inverters, or renewable energy solutions
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets
• Experience dealing with contractors, installers, or technical clients

Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development

• Promote and sell electrical, solar, inverter, and energy storage solutions to commercial, industrial, and residential clients
• Identify and develop new customers while maintaining strong relationships with existing clients
• Achieve and exceed monthly and annual sales targets
• Prepare and present professional quotations, proposals, and product demonstrations

Technical & Product Support

• Provide technical guidance to customers on:
  
  • Solar PV systems
  • Inverters (hybrid, off-grid, grid-tied)
  • Batteries and backup power solutions
  • Electrical components and compliance requirements
• Conduct site visits where required to assess client needs
• Liaise with technical teams to ensure correct system design and installation feasibility

Customer Relationship Management

• Build long-term relationships with installers, contractors, developers, and end users
• Respond to customer enquiries and resolve issues timeously
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and client interactions

  Market & Industry Awareness

• Stay updated on solar and electrical industry trends, product developments, and regulatory requirements
• Monitor competitor activity and identify growth opportunities.