Technical Sales Representative

Company and Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a brand ambassador for the organisations Lifecycle Services division.
• Generate revenue across multiple solution areas, including:
  • Equipment rental services
  • Repairs and maintenance (workshop and field service)
  • Maintenance agreements
  • Application optimisation
  • Site audits, surveys, and technical assessments
• Conduct proactive prospecting and lead generation.
• Demonstrate strong technical product knowledge and perform product demonstrations.
• Drive solution-based sales, negotiations, and closing activities.
• Deliver excellent customer service and after-sales support.
• Perform market analysis, reporting, and development of sector-specific growth opportunities.
• Present the departments value proposition to customers and stakeholders.
• Research and identify growth opportunities in the rental market.
• Expand market presence in public utilities, state-owned entities, and industrial sectors.
• Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with key clients.

Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile):

• National Senior Certificate (or equivalent).
• Technical qualification or trade test (advantageous).
• 10+ years experience in the pump industry.
• 5+ years experience in technical, customer-facing salespreferably within rental or aftermarket solutions.
• Proficiency in MS Outlook and relevant sales tools/software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Solid negotiation and dealâ??closing capabilities.
• Proven ability to develop and execute sales strategies.
• Position based in or reporting to the Richards Bay area, can be based in Durban with travel to Richards Bay.
• Strong analytical and problemâ??solving abilities.
• Resultsâ??driven mindset with a commitment to quality and safety standards.
• Passion for continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Extensive knowledge of pumps, pumping systems, and preventative maintenance practices.
• High technical competence with sound commercial judgement.
• Ability to assess risk effectively when making business decisions.
• Strong influencing skills across multiple disciplines and stakeholders.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.