Industrial Automation Manager - Electrical Engineering - JHB
Top Talent Professional Services
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- R65,000-80,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Drive sales of industrial automation components.
- Identify new business opportunities and develop key accounts in various sectors (e.g., manufacturing, mining, utilities).
- Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets.
- Build strong relationships with system integrators, OEMs, distributors, Panel builders, end-users and Consulting Engineers
- Develop and deliver technical training programs for clients, partners, and internal teams.
- Conduct hands-on product demonstrations, workshops, and webinars.
- Provide pre-sales and after-sales technical support, including product selection, troubleshooting, and application advice.
- Stay current on industry trends, competitors, and emerging technologies.
- Collaborate with product specialists and suppliers to ensure the team is up to date with the latest innovations.
- Assist in product launches, road shows, and exhibitions.
- Lead or support a team of sales engineers and application specialists (if applicable).
- Work closely with marketing, logistics, and product management teams.
- Support channel partners and distributors with training, sales tools, and technical support.
- A tertiary qualification preferably Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering
- A Minimum 2-4 years of experience in industrial automation, with a strong sales or application engineering background.
- Proven experience selling automation components.
- Experience in delivering technical training or product workshops.
- Must be professional, passionate and motivated
- Strong sales acumen and ability to close deals
- Deep technical understanding of industrial automation systems
- Ability to translate complex technical content into clear training materials
- Proficient with MS Office, CRM systems, and basic CAD or simulation tools
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally and regionally
- Good communication skills
- Strong people skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Meticulous and pay attention to detail
- Technical skills
- Drive and self-motivation
- Good organisational and planning skills
- CTC is between R65 – R80k including pension & medical ai
- Petrol card
- 13th cheque
- Must have industrial background knowledge