Technical Sales Representative - cosmetic ingredients, surfactants, fragrances, preservatives and emulsifiers
Are you a dynamic and driven professional with a background in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering? Do you have a passion for sales and a knack for building strong customer relationships? We have an exciting opportunity for you!
Position: Technical Sales Representative - cosmetic ingredients, surfactants, fragrances, preservatives, and emulsifiers (formulation experience NB)Location: Cape Town
Salary: Negotiable
Job Purpose:As a Technical Sales Representative, you will be responsible for promoting and growing the sales of defined products within the cosmetic ingredients, surfactants, fragrances, preservatives, and emulsifiers industry. You will play a key role in maintaining and developing customer relationships, offering technical assistance, and driving new business opportunities on a national scale.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular customer and sales visits to foster strong relationships.
- Drive new business development and support marketing initiatives to achieve revenue targets.
- Prepare and manage annual sales forecasts and targets.
- Provide technical assistance and resolve customer complaints efficiently.
- Initiate and manage product development projects.
- Monitor and follow up on samples, manage inventory levels, and control working capital.
- Conduct monthly sales and budget reviews, and provide ongoing feedback to management.
- Liaise with other industry groups to identify cross-selling and sales opportunities.
Person Profile:
- Degree or Diploma in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering.
- 5 – 7 years of relevant sales experience, with a strong understanding of the industry.
- Formulation experience
- Marketing experience
- Practical technical experience in the polymers industry.
Specific Job Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and customer-focused approach.
- Technical sales and presentation skills, including proficiency in PowerPoint and internal systems.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in the cosmetic ingredients, surfactants, fragrances, preservatives, and emulsifiers industry, we want to hear from you!