Sales engineer (Mechanical engineer)

Steelpoort

The role is to oversee a portfolio of assigned clients and foster long-term, trusting relationships. It is expected of the Sales engineer to comprehensively understand and know the products and services the company has to offer to industry and build up an in-depth technical knowledge of the product benefits and what it means for the end user.

The main responsibility of the SE is to support the Regional/Area Manager in achieving the respective area's yearly target, ultimately contributing to the company's overall yearly target.

Key responsibilities required for the day-to-day activities include, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Gather relevant value adding information on allocated clients.

• Contact clients to understand their requirements and execute sales plan.

• Provide after-sales support to retain customers.

• Ensure prompt and accurate answers to clients' queries.

• Build strong client relationships, through regular communication.

• Report on the status of accounts

• Suggest company products/services that maximize client satisfaction.

• Communicate product and pricing details clearly where and when required.

• Coordinate with Regional/Area Manager to create customized sales plans for key clients.

• Promote new products/services to existing customers.

• Commissioning of Pumps

• Site visits

• Monitoring pump reliability

• Opening of new sites/clients

Requirements:

• Matric.

• Mechanical Engineer qualification - BEng or BSc Engineering Degree

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Project management tools.

• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills.

• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Pump experienc