Electrical Sales Engineer
Executive Placements · Mamelodi
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Start free — we apply for you →A leading engineering and electrical solutions company is seeking an experienced Electrical Sales Engineer to join its team. This role is suited to a technically strong and commercially driven professional who can combine electrical engineering knowledge with business development and sales expertise . The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business, managing key customer relationships and providing technically sound solutions that meet customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers .
- Identify and pursue new sales and business development opportunities .
- Promote and sell electrical products, equipment, systems and engineering solutions.
- Understand customer requirements and recommend appropriate technical solutions .
- Prepare and deliver technical proposals, quotations and commercial offers .
- Interpret electrical specifications, drawings and customer requirements.
- Conduct customer visits, technical meetings and product presentations.
- Develop sales strategies to achieve revenue and margin targets .
- Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations in collaboration with technical and commercial teams.
- Follow up on quotations and actively manage the sales pipeline .
- Negotiate commercial terms and support the closing of sales.
- Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts and customer information.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging technologies.
- Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling within existing accounts.
- Work closely with engineering, procurement, project management and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Provide technical support to customers throughout the sales and project lifecycle .
- Attend industry events, exhibitions and customer presentations when required.
- Assist with contract negotiations and ensure that customer requirements are clearly understood.
- Build long-term partnerships with key customers and stakeholders.
- Achieve agreed sales, gross margin and business development targets .
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelors degree or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field. • 35+ years' experience in technical sales, electrical engineering, business development or a similar role. • Proven track record in B2B technical sales . • Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and equipment. • Experience preparing technical and commercial quotations .special-hidden { display: none; }