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Technical Sales Technician
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Company and Job Description:
Our client is a well-established and reputable organisation operating within the Battery Systems, Lift Equipment, Industrial Spares, and Materials Handling Equipment sector. With a strong footprint in industrial, warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing environments, they are expanding their commercial team to drive aggressive market growth.
This opportunity is ideal for a technically credible sales professional who understands industrial equipment and thrives on new business development. You will combine your technical knowledge with solution-based selling, engaging clients at a technical level while driving profitable revenue growth.
If you are motivated by commission, enjoy opening doors, and want to build long-term client partnerships in a high-demand industrial sector, this role offers strong earning potential and long-term career growth within a stable and expanding organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Development (Hunter Focus):
- Identify and secure new business opportunities within your assigned region.
- Conduct cold calling, site visits, and canvassing within industrial, warehousing, and logistics sectors.
- Develop new accounts and expand market share.
- Generate, follow up, and close quotations.
Technical Sales & Solutions:
- Conduct technical assessments and recommend appropriate battery, spares, or lift equipment solutions.
- Provide product demonstrations and technical presentations.
- Interpret client specifications and propose engineered solutions.
- Liaise with service and operations teams to ensure seamless project execution.
Account Management:
- Maintain and grow existing customer relationships.
- Ensure after-sales follow-up and high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify opportunities.
Job Experience and Skills Required:
Education:
- Degree or BTech in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
OR - Relevant Trade Test (Electrician / Millwright / Diesel Mechanic or related technical trade)
Experience:
- 3 5 years technical sales experience within:
- Industrial / Traction Battery Systems
- Lift Equipment
- Materials Handling Equipment
- Industrial Spares
- Forklifts / Lift Trucks
- Proven track record in new business development (non-negotiable)
Skills & Technical Competencies:
- Strong understanding of industrial battery systems
- Knowledge of electrical and mechanical components
- Understanding of lift equipment and mater
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