Sales Engineer

About the position

A dynamic and well-established organisation based in Gauteng is looking for an experienced Sales Engineer with a strong background in the OEM and Mining industry who is passionate about developing business, managing key accounts, and delivering technical sales solutions.
Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Degree or Diploma in Engineering (advantageous)
• 5–8 years' engineering sales experience within the OEM and Mining industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport
• Willing to travel extensively and stay on-site or in-country for extended periods

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven ability to identify customer needs and provide value-added technical solutions
• Strong track record in revenue generation and achieving sales targets
• Extensive experience with large capital equipment tenders, including:
  • Tender preparation and submission
  • Commercial negotiations
  • Legal terms and conditions
  • Risk assessment and risk management
  • Performance and other contractual guarantees
  
  


• Experience with costing and estimating for capital equipment tenders


• Ability to prepare, present, and manage technical proposals and reports


• Sound understanding of sales management principles and business strategy


• Experience in budgeting, financial modelling, and forecasting


• Proven ability to develop and manage a healthy sales pipeline


• Strong market development and business growth capabilities

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Identify new business opportunities and grow market share within the mining and OEM sectors
• Prepare accurate quotations, tenders, and technical proposals
• Negotiate commercial agreements and manage the tender process from start to finish
• Achieve sales targets while maintaining profitability
• Provide technical support and value-added engineering solutions to customers
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments
• Manage sales forecasts, budgets, and pipeline reporting
• Travel regularly to customer sites across South Africa and neighbouring countries where required

Desired Skills:

• sales
• tenders
• quotes

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Inclusive of various other benefits