External Sales Representive

Job Description

• A leading industrial equipment and tooling supplier, specialising in welding solutions and equipment rentals, is seeking experienced External Sales Representatives to join their teams in Secunda.
• The ideal candidates will have a strong technical background in welding, boiler-making, or a related engineering field, combined with proven sales experience within the industrial, engineering, or equipment sector. This permanent, full-time external sales role focuses on growing customer relationships, driving equipment sales and rentals, and providing technical support to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sales and rentals of a comprehensive range of industrial equipment and tooling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Provide technical advice, product information, and solutions to clients.
• Conduct customer site visits, prepare quotations, and follow up on opportunities.
• Arrange and assist with product demonstrations training provided.
• Achieve monthly sales and gross profit targets.
• Plan and manage weekly customer visit schedules.
• Generate new business through cold calling and lead generation.
• Manage sales administration, including invoicing and back orders.
• Ensure compliance with company Safety, Health, and Environmental policies.

Requirements

• Matric certificate.
• Relevant trade qualification Welder Trade Test, Boilermaker Trade Test, or similar
• Minimum 3–4 years' stable experience in technical sales, preferably within welding, engineering, industrial equipment, or tooling.
• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver's licence Code 08 or equivalent.
• Own cellphone.
• Excellent customer relationship management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong planning, organisational, and time management abilities.