Salesperson - CTI PLCs & Automation Accessories

About the position

Salesperson - CTI PLCs & Automation Accessories
Drive industrial automation sales across multiple regions with a strong PLC-focused product portfolio
Johannesburg (JHB), Durban, Eastern Cape | R25 000 - R35 000

About Our Client
Our client operates in the industrial automation space, supplying CTI PLC systems and a broad range of catalogue-based automation components. The business focuses on providing reliable PLC hardware, modules, and accessories to customers across manufacturing, mining, utilities, FMCG, packaging, and system integrator environments. This role offers the opportunity to work with established automation technologies while building long-term customer relationships across key industrial sectors.

The Role: Salesperson - CTI PLCs & Automation Accessories
The role is responsible for driving sales of CTI PLC systems and associated automation accessories from a standardised product catalogue. The focus is on developing customer relationships, managing enquiries, and growing revenue within the automation product portfolio. The position requires a balance of sales drive and technical understanding, enabling accurate product selection and solution support aligned to customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 2-5 years experience in industrial automation or technical sales, with a focus on PLCs or automation components
• Promote and sell CTI PLC CPUs, modules, I/O cards, racks, power supplies, communication modules, and networking accessories
• Develop and manage a customer pipeline across manufacturing, mining, utilities, FMCG, packaging, and system integrators
• Identify and generate new sales opportunities through cold calling, online research, plant visits, and industry networking
• Manage inbound enquiries and provide accurate product recommendations from the catalogue
• Drive revenue growth through structured follow-up and opportunity management
• Develop a working understanding of CTI PLC architecture, product compatibility, and migration solutions
• Liaise with internal technical specialists to confirm specifications and application requirements

About You

• 2-5 years experience in industrial automation sales or technical sales involving PLCs or automation hardware
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of PLC systems and automation components
• Strong communication, customer engagement, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable managing multiple enquiries and accounts in a fast-paced, catalogue-driven sales environment
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and confident with proactive prospecting
• Willingness to travel within Johannesburg, Durban, and the Eastern Cape
• Valid drivers licence is essential

Desired Skills:

• Telesales - Inbound
• Prospect new customers
• Sales
• Telesales - Outbound
• Selling
• Face to Face Sales
• Cold Calls

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years