About the position
Technical Sales Representative
Our client, a well-established and highly respected provider of advanced vehicle security solutions, is seeking a technically strong and commercially driven Technical Sales Representative to grow market presence and drive sales of its premium product range within the Gauteng Region.
This is an exciting opportunity for an automotive security professional who combines hands-on technical expertise with relationship-driven sales ability. The role offers a hybrid work structure, autonomy, strong earning potential, and the opportunity to represent cutting-edge CAN-bus and non-CAN vehicle security technology within a trusted and innovative brand.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets for vehicle security products
- Manage, grow, and retain an established customer base including automotive dealerships, fitment centres, auto-electricians, and fleet operators
- Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the automotive security market
- Prepare accurate quotations, negotiate commercial terms, and close sales in line with company policies
- Attend trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings to promote products and strengthen market presence
- Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers, providing first-line technical support
- Conduct technical product demonstrations and presentations aligned to customer requirements
- Maintain expert-level knowledge of vehicle security products including installation requirements, vehicle compatibility, and system functionality
- Provide basic product and installation training to customer technicians and sales teams
- Prepare and submit accurate weekly and monthly sales reports including pipeline forecasts and market intelligence
- Maintain disciplined CRM and administrative records to support management reporting and decision-making
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical industry experience)
- Minimum 5 years' proven experience in technical sales, account management, or business development within the automotive security, vehicle electronics, or manufacturing industry
- Strong technical proficiency in vehicle electronics, wiring, immobilisation systems, alarms, and automotive security products
- Established customer base within automotive dealerships, fitment centres, auto-electricians, or fleet operators
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
- Highly self-motivated, well-organised, and able to manage time and priorities independently
- Valid driver's license with willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory
Remuneration: - Market-related salary and attractive commission structure, aligned to experience and performance
- Flexible hybrid work structure
Desired Skills:
- Technical Sales
- remote
- automotive
