AR Grade Chemical Sales Representative (Mining & Laboratory Markets)

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Job Ref:

JHB000545/AM

Date posted:

Monday, September 7, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY:

AR Grade Chemical Sales Representative (Mining & Laboratory Markets)

Gauteng, Midrand

R 27000 (Negotiable)

We are looking for AR Grade Chemical Sales Reps, Midrand

Location: South Africa (National)
Reports To: Sales Manager / Business Development Manager
Salary: R22 000 - R27 000 per month

Job Purpose

Drive sales of AR-grade chemicals, laboratory reagents, consumables, standards, and related products to mining, commercial, research, environmental, water testing, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial laboratories across South Africa.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Develop new business and grow existing customer accounts.
Sell laboratory chemicals, reagents, standards, and consumables.
Build relationships with laboratory managers, chemists, and procurement teams.
Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and close sales.
Provide technical product support and presentations.
Conduct customer visits and identify upselling opportunities.
Monitor market trends, competitors, and new industry opportunities.
Maintain CRM records, sales reports, forecasts, and compliance standards.

Requirements

Diploma/Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Laboratory Science, Biotechnology, or related field (preferred).
3-5 years external sales experience.
Minimum 2 years selling laboratory, scientific, or industrial chemical products.
Mining laboratory sales experience advantageous.
Proven sales track record.

Technical Knowledge

AR-grade chemicals and laboratory reagents.
ICP, AAS, XRF, and wet chemistry applications.
ISO 17025 and laboratory quality systems.
Laboratory safety and sample preparation chemicals.

Skills & Competencies

Prospecting, negotiation, closing, and account management.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Self-motivated, organised, results-driven, and able to work independently.

Travel Requirements

Extensive travel to customer sites across South Africa.
Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle.

Target Markets

Mining laboratories (gold, platinum, coal, iron ore, base metals).
Commercial testing laboratories (SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas, SANAS labs).
Universities, research institutions, environmental, water, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and manufacturing laboratories.

Preferred Industry Background

Experience with companies such as Merck/Sigma-Aldrich, ACE, Lasec, Labotec, Separations, Protea Laboratory Services, Chemetrix, Industrial Analytical, Scientific Group, Kimix Chemicals, or similar chemical/laboratory suppliers.

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