Synopsis

A technical products business is seeking a Technical Sales - Key Accounts professional to develop commercial relationships and grow sales in the Secunda market. The role combines key-account management, business development, forecasting, technical product engagement and implementation of sales strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Generate sales through suitable prospecting and account-development methods.
Forecast sales and monitor progress against agreed goals.
Develop and evaluate sales strategies for the assigned customer portfolio.
Execute sales plans in collaboration with relevant management stakeholders.
Build new business relationships through existing industry contacts.
Deliver product and sales presentations to customers at different levels.
Attend sales meetings and provide accurate sales information and statistics.
Maintain accurate calendar and customer-call records.
Support product launches and customer-awareness initiatives where required.

Qualifications / Minimum Requirements

Three to five years of experience in a related sales role.
Experience or knowledge within an electrical manufacturing or technical-sales environment.
An electrical or similar technical qualification is advantageous.
Technical product knowledge is advantageous.
Strong commercial, presentation and relationship-management ability.