Reference PE002968 Location Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth Salary Interval Monthly Package None-negotiable Description Our client in the Engineering industry, is looking to employ a Technical Sales Engineer to their team based in Port Elizabeth.

Responsibilities:
Identify new business opportunities. Provide tailored solutions to customers through building strong relationships and understanding customers’ needs. Service and grow existing customer base; including cold calling. Manage inter-branch stock transfers and administration in line with company processes. Full stock control function; customer stock maintenance and stock holding; maintain an orderly stockroom, categorize inventory effectively, and follow stock control processes.   Manage and implement well-organized systems to improved inventory accuracy and operational efficiency. Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed targets. Grow sales volume within existing customer base.  Keep all necessary paperwork and records of relevant daily sales activities up to date.  Identify opportunities and conduct tests, demonstrations and presentations to showcase product quality and benefits to customers.  Work closely with the sales team, nationally, and other key departments.  Attend individual and branch performance meetings with management to determine progress regarding agreed KPI’s. Provide timely and accurate sales forecasts and reports to management. Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments to capitalize on new opportunities. Requirements:
Matric. Relevant qualifications advantageous. Experience working with manufacturing machines, including but not limited to CNC, milling, lathes, etc.  Experience in the cutting tools industry and understanding of carbide cutting tools and applications.  Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.  Proven sales record; selling carbide tooling products an advantage. Self-driven, dynamic and results-driven. Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.