Sales Engineer (KZN)

Role:
This is a full-time role for a Sales Engineer in KwaZulu- Natal. We are looking for a Sales Engineer
that will be responsible for providing technical support, communication with customers, sales activities, and ensuring
excellent customer service on a day-to-day basis.
Job Description:
- Accountable for Geographic & Industrial Sales Development and business opportunity growth of the Turck
Banner product portfolio.
- Manage complex sales processes, diligently develop pipeline and healthy opportunities, prepare and conduct
sales presentations, engaging effectively to all focus customers.
- Key Account Development: work closely with Team Leader(s) to establish and implement account plan and
strategy.
- Acquire the needed technical competency to hold at least preliminary technical presentations and discussions
with customers.
- Effective management of existing customer accounts and the generation of new revenue through prospecting,
lead/funnel follow-up, and effective territory management in a broad base of industries and applications using
company structured KPI’s.
- Administrative Responsibilities: preparation of quotes, CRM management and territory reporting on a regular
basis.
- Plan and conduct sales visits to targeted customers on regular basis to build visibility. Review and update
progression of these visits with Team Leader(s) on a weekly basis.
- Perform any other relevant duties as and when assigned by the Team Leader(s).
Desired Skills:
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Ability to work independently and responsibly within a small team
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Requirements:
The candidate should provide the following when applying for this position:
- Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or relevant qualifications
- At least 2-3 years’ experience in technical sales of industrial automation
- Valid driver’s license