Technical Sales Representative [Vacuum Pumps | Blowers | Industrial Pump Solutions]

apartmentSci Tech Placements placeMidrand calendar_month2026/05/01

About the Role

You will be responsible for managing and expanding sales of our vacuum pumps, blowers, and pumping solutions across a broad range of industrial sectors throughout Africa. While most sales activities will initially be handled locally, there is the potential for customer visits into Africa in the future, so openness to travel is important.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and grow an existing African customer base
Identify and develop new business opportunities across Africa
Provide technical sales support and solution-based selling
Prepare accurate quotations, including:
Freight and logistics
Export documentation
Payment terms and credit considerations
Maintain strong long-term customer relationships
Work closely with internal technical, logistics, and support teams
Build market presence and increase brand awareness in Africa

Industries & Customers

You will work with customers across a wide range of sectors, including:

Wastewater treatment plants
Municipal and industrial wastewater facilities
Mining operations
Food and beverage manufacturers
General manufacturing and heavy industry
Hospitals and healthcare facilities
Other industrial applications

Requirements

Proven experience in technical or industrial sales
Strong understanding of mechanical or electromechanical products (vacuum pumps / blowers / pumps ideal)
A balance of hunter mentality and customer service excellence
Ability to build trust and credibility with technical customers
Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have

Experience with export or international sales, including:
Incoterms
Freight calculations
Export documentation and cross-border payment terms
Prior exposure to African markets
Willingness to travel into Africa in the future (not currently required)

Export sales experience is not a deal-breaker training can be provided for the right candidate.

What We Offer

Opportunity to grow and shape our African market presence
Established customer base with strong growth potential
Technically interesting product range
Supportive team and long-term career development

Salary: Basic, Monthly Commission, Life Cover, Funeral Cover and Disability Income Protection, Provident fund, commission, and Bi-Annual Bonuses

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