Technical Sales Representative - Pumps - - Johannesburg

Core Competencies & Abilities:

Good general knowledge of pump application, engineering concepts and mechanical engineering
Good understanding of pump fundamentals, pumps operations and pump components
Well versed in pump installation, servicing and commissioning
Excellent track record and experience in pump sales, client communication and customer service.
Research and identify target markets and clients to grow market share
Result oriented with strong organizational skills
Develop and implement pump sales strategies to reach potential customers
Visiting customers to gather requirements and providing pump solutions therefor.
Preparing proposals and other technical documents that guides the customer on the provided pump solutions
Resolving pump and spare issues in collaboration with product engineers
Provide timely responses to both internal and external customers.
Ensure quality of engineering/service support at customer sites.
Facilitate sales growth associated with parts, upgrades, and repairs at key customers.
Contribute sales information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews including competitor actions and products
Preparing and completing action plans
Develop and implement customer-service standards
Determine and recommend improvements to systems, policies and procedures.
Implement changes where required/necessary
Forecasting requirements for resource utilisation and specific sales costs
Organize and ensure regular communication with key customers in designated territory.
Must be willing to travel (extended hours and weekends if needed)
5-10 years pump sales experience
Must have a strong client base
Management reporting