Technical Sales Representative / Cleaning & Hygiene Technical Advisors (JB2053)

Technical Sales Representative / Cleaning & Hygiene Technical Advisors (JB2053)
Chloorkop / Midrand
R35 000.00 to R45 000.00 (including commission)
Duration: Permanent

A well-established company that was founded in 1981 focusing on the manufacture, marketing and distribution of technological animal feed additives, and cleaning and hygiene products for animal feed, livestock, and food. Is looking for a Technical Sales Representative to join their Team.  They develop and markets products of the finest quality and value for their customers.  Products are manufactured using cutting edge technology and superior formulations and ingredients.  Their advanced solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers across Africa and Asia.  Their culture embraces innovation, quality, and sustainability which is core to their research, development, raw materials procurement, and the production of outstanding products and solutions.  Despite all the change and growth over the years, one thing that has remained constant is the commitment and dedication of their employee family. Their staff are one of their greatest assets, playing a huge part in the success and growth of the company over the years. They are incredibly proud that many of the men and women amongst them have been with the company for more than 10, some 20 and some 40 years.

Minimum Requirements:
Education: Grade12 plus relevant degree or diploma (BCom / BSc preferable) 
Experience: Minimum of 4 years' experience within a Technical Sales environment
Must be prepared to travel > 4 000 km's and spend 4 nights away each month

Duties and Responsibilities: 
Product: Cleaning and hygiene products for the food industries. 
Market: Abattoirs and food processing plants including sauce plants, dairy processing, and ice cream plants, canning factories, bakeries, drinks factories and sweet manufacturers.
Be highly conversant and professional in all technical and conceptual aspects of all products.
Analyse customer needs, recommend suitable products, provide advice, and effectively answer questions / address customer concerns
Discuss products and explain technical concepts and product uses effectively
Write customer reports and proposals related to technical product solutions 5. Build long-term relationships with customer base to establish loyalty 
Identify new opportunities and grow customer base
Track sales and share monthly sales report with the management team 8. Research current market trends and identify new product developments and feedback to the management team.