About the position
Technical Sales Representative
Help grow a proudly South African steel manufacturer serving automotive and infrastructure leaders.
Johannesburg (West & East Rand) Specialty steel manufacturing R40 000 per month 8am5pm
About Our Client
Our client is a multi-disciplinary specialty steel manufacturer whose products support electrification, telecoms, and road infrastructure, as well as the mining and automotive sectors. With headquarters in Johannesburg, they combine technical expertise with end-to-end manufacturing to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions. Their reputation is built on engineering excellence, innovation, and strong customer partnerships.
The Role: Technical Sales Representative
The Technical Sales Representative will be responsible for driving sales growth across a diverse product portfolio, with a particular focus on components and assemblies for new motor vehicles and aftermarket accessories. This role blends consultative selling with technical problem-solving, guiding customers from initial concept and technical requirements through to production-ready designs and successful delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Minimum 3 years of experience in technical sales or applications engineering within manufacturing or automotive supply chains
- Proactively source and qualify opportunities within the automotive and adjacent sectors
- Interpret customer technical requirements and translate them into workable solutions and specifications
- Present and explain product features, benefits, and technical details; conduct demonstrations where required
- Collaborate with internal teams to prepare and refine technical drawings and specifications
- Support new product design from concept to final product, including material and tooling sourcing
- Partner with R&D and engineering teams on product development and continuous improvement initiatives
- Prepare quotations, negotiate terms, and consistently achieve sales targets
- Provide post-sales support on installation, usage, and maintenance to ensure client satisfaction
- Maintain accurate account plans, pipeline activity, and travel regularly to customer sites and industry events
About You
- 3+ years proven experience in technical sales or applications engineering within manufacturing or automotive sectors
- Degree or diploma in engineering, technical drawings, or a related discipline
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regularly across Gauteng
- Strong technical aptitude with proficiency in product design/technical drawing software
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and cost optimisation
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders
- Hunter mindset with strong negotiation and closing skills, paired with a service-driven approach
- Organised, proactive, and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously
Desired Skills:
- Industrial sales
- Technical Sales
- Internal Sales Support
- Area Sales
- Regional Sales
- Prospect new customers
- Sales Engineering
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