Application Specialist | Laboratory Division | Gauteng at Salesworx Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to) the following:

• To ensure the relevant machines are introduced in front of the relevant audience through demonstrations and promoting the benefits of the equipment
• Creating and maintaining relationships by providing support, information and guidance as well as promoting the equipment to high-level professionals.
• Developing an in-depth knowledge of the Laboratory product range and services provided.
• Know the competition and how we are positioned in order to best exploit our unique selling point.
• Coaching, training and developing sales team to achieve their goals.
• This function includes but are not limited to support during trials, after sale product training and follow up visits to customers.
• Demonstrating and training of clinical personnel support to customers as well as technical staff on the working of the equipment.
• Attending meetings, conferences and exhibitions as required promoting Laboratory products and services;
• General Administration associated with the position

Requirements

Qualification and requirements:

• Relevant diploma/degree in Clinical Pathology Medical Technician
• South African Citizen
• Own vehicle and valid driver’s license

Skills required:

• Experience in Serology, Microbiology and/or Haematology
• Ability to operate/demonstrate the equipment professionally and to train effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Computer Literacy
• Client oriented
• Ability to build relationships with customers
• Product knowledge
• Presentation skills
• Customer Service, Assisting with Sales Goals, Territory Management, Prospecting Skills, Self-Confidence, Product Knowledge, Client Relationships.
• Proven track record
• A high level of technical ability
• General business knowledge
• Influence
• Results oriented
• Create credibility to ensure customer confidence
• Willing to work after hours and weekends to accommodate shift staff and problems that may arise.
• Previous Applications experience would be an advantage
• Previous experience in a similar position in the Medical industry would be an advantage
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Results Orientation
• Sales Driven, dynamic, out-going and motivated