A well-established industrial equipment and tooling company is looking for an experienced External Sales Representative with a strong background in welding or boiler-making, combined with proven external sales experience. This permanent, full-time role focuses on building long-term client relationships while driving product and rental sales within the industrial and engineering sector.

Responsibilities:

• Drive sales and rentals across a broad range of industrial equipment and tooling.

• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new and existing customers.

• Provide technical advice, support, and product guidance to clients.

• Conduct site visits, prepare quotations, and follow up on proposals.

• Arrange and assist with product demonstrations (training provided).

• Achieve and exceed agreed monthly sales and gross profit targets.

• Plan and manage an efficient weekly customer visit schedule.

• Generate new business through cold calling and lead development.

• Manage all related sales administration, including invoicing and back orders.

• Ensure strict adherence to Safety, Health, and Environmental policies.

• Perform additional duties as required by management.

Requirements:

• Matric certificate.

• Relevant trade qualification (e.g. Welder or Boilermaker Trade Test); welding qualification highly advantageous.

• Minimum 3–4 years’ stable experience in a technical sales role, preferably within welding, engineering, or industrial equipment.

• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s licence.

• Own cellphone.

• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
  

• Strong customer relationship management and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent planning, organisational, and time management abilities.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [email protected].

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.