External Sales Representative - Pump Industry, Pretoria

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  • Pretoria, Gauteng
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
A well-established industrial pumps company supplying technically advanced products for a variety of industries and applications requires the above to develop and execute a comprehensive sales plan to achieve sales, profit, and growth targets.Minimum requirements for the role:
  • Must have in-depth knowledge of various pump technologies, including Sliding Vane, Centrifugal, Sealless Mag Drive, Air Operated Diaphragm, Peristaltic, and Gear Pumps.
  • Ability to select the correct pump for a wide range of applications.
  • Must understand system design, including piping systems, friction loss calculation, system head pressure, absorbed power calculation, Net Positive Suction Head, and "First Principles."
  • Must have a proven track record in pump sales, with a demonstrated ability to prospect and cold call.
  • The successful candidate must have strong organizational skills for sales planning, including disciplined call cycles, pipeline management, and sales forecasting.
  • Previous experience working in a sales role, preferably in a fluid-handling environment.
  • Must have excellent communication, problem-solving, negotiation, sales, and marketing skills, with a strong focus on customer service.
  • Must be comfortable making cold calls and interacting with new people daily.
  • E-mail CVs to
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
  • Developing and executing a comprehensive sales plan to achieve sales, profit, and growth targets.
  • Conducting sales visits to customers as per the sales plan, providing expert advice and support on the range of products.
  • Selecting the pumps based on available information for the customer.
  • Identifying and pursuing tender opportunities and future projects to expand the customer base.
  • Providing valuable input to the sales team, attending sales meetings, and preparing reports for senior staff.
  • Ensuring strict compliance with pricing policies to maintain profitability.
  • Performing any other duties as required to support the functionality of the business.
  • E-mail CVs to
Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.

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