Technical Sales - Mechanical Seals, Gauteng at Prostaff Holdings (Pty) Ltd

Job Summary: 

Technical Sales Representative will be responsible for selling mechanical seals . You'll leverage your technical knowledge to identify customer needs, recommend the most suitable products, and close deals.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sales, preferably in the mechanical seals, pumps, or a related industry
• Must have a strong understanding of mechanical seals, pumps, and their applications.
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Customer-centric approach with a strong focus on building trust and long-term relationships.
• Must have a proven ability to achieve sales targets and exceed expectations.
• Must have good time management and organizational skills.
• Must be proficient Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Additional Skills (considered a plus).
• Previous experience with a specific industry (e.g., oil & gas, chemical, power generation)

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Conduct customer visits, both planned and unplanned (cold calling).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
• Develop new business opportunities and identify potential leads.
• Provide technical expertise to clients, answer their questions, and address their concerns regarding mechanical seals.
• Prepare quotes and proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals.
• Track sales performance and meet assigned targets.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and new product developments.