Sales Representative - Recycling Machinery I Gauteng at Salesworx Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

Job Description

• We're looking for an energetic and commercially driven Technical Sales Representative with a proven sales background, ideally in the plastics, wood, or rubber industries. This role is perfect for someone who can confidently present to board-level executives, engage with maintenance and factory managers on technical matters, and build lasting customer relationships.
• If you're persuasive, solutions-focused, and passionate about machinery, you'll thrive in this fast-paced environment. You'll be responsible for growing new business, driving product sales, travelling to customers, and delivering value-driven solutions that make a real impact. A valid passport is essential.

Core Responsibilities

Ensuring that sales targets are consistently met by:

• Establishing the technical needs of the customer and selling appropriate products
• Explaining complex technical information to customers in a way that is easily understandable
• Generating new sales leads
• Delivering sales presentations including quotations
• Plan and execute a sales strategy involving customer visits, calls, and email communications
• Use of Salesforce CRM to record activities
• Following up with customers and resolving any issues that may arise
• Keeping customers informed about new technological products

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience selling products face to face
• Must have experience selling machinery
• Technical, mechanical or electrical qualifications/experience beneficial
• Own transport and willingness to travel (1-2 days at a time).

Skills Required

• Independent and self-motivated
• Strong skillset in written and verbal communication
• Able to develop coherent sales arguments
• Conscientious and methodical worker
• Negotiation skills on pricing and other commercial terms beneficial

Benefits

• CTC R50 000 per month - negotiable depending on relevant industry experience
• Sales commission structure to be discussed – very high earning potential
• 21 leave days per annum
• Cell phone allowance and petrol card will be provided
• Established leads and some existing clients will be provided as a starting point
• Ongoing support and training will be provided