Technical Sales Representative - Electrical Motors, VSD, Durban

Job Title: Sales Representative – External Sales

? Location: Durban
? Department: Sales – Industrial Motors & Drives
? Reports to: Regional Sales Manager

? Position Summary

An exciting opportunity is available for a  Sales Representative (External Sales) to join a well-established company in the industrial sector. The successful candidate will focus on the promotion and sale of electric motors, gearboxes, and variable speed drives (VSDs). This role requires a self-motivated individual capable of developing new business and maintaining strong customer relationships within an assigned territory.

? Key ResponsibilitiesSales & Market Development

• Promote and sell industrial motors and related products within a designated region.

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.

• Conduct client visits and virtual consultations.

• Develop quotations and proposals tailored to customer requirements.

• Research and analyse market segments for potential growth.

Customer Relationship Management

• Build and maintain professional relationships with new and existing clients.

• Follow up on all customer enquiries and quotations.

• Resolve customer issues and ensure satisfaction.

• Enter and manage sales orders in the company system.

• Liaise regularly with internal departments (technical, logistics, finance).

Reporting & Coordination

• Submit detailed weekly and monthly sales reports.

• Monitor bookings and invoicing accuracy.

• Communicate competitive trends and customer feedback.

• Maintain an updated quotation and order schedule.

Support & Administration

• Assist customers with product applications and specifications.

• Participate in trade shows, exhibitions, and customer events.

• Reduce slow-moving stock through focused customer engagement.

• Support tender documentation and project submissions.

? Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) – Technical/Mechanical qualification advantageous.

• Minimum 3 year experience in a technical sales or external sales environment.

• Knowledge of electric motors, gearboxes, or VSDs is a plus.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Client-focused with strong negotiation and problem-solving ability.

• Valid driver's license required.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general IT systems.