Internal Sales Assistant: Projects Durban

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:-

The Internal Sales Assistant: Projects role involves supporting Sales Engineers by conducting site surveys, providing estimations, and developing tailored sales solutions for customers. Key responsibilities include selling products, assisting in tender negotiations, and supporting technical presentations, while requiring a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in project management and Microsoft Office applications.

Job Title: Internal Sales Assistant: Projects Company: E&D Recruiters

Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Engineering Reference: Pta004108/MM

Job Details

Employer: E&D Recruiters

An Internal Sales Assistant: Projects role is available for a Bulk Handling equipment firm based in Pinetown. This position involves supporting Sales Engineers by conducting site surveys, providing estimations, and developing consultative sales solutions tailored to customers’ specific needs. The candidate will maintain active communication with current and prospective clients.

Location: Pinetown

Minimum Requirements: - A recognized Engineering qualification. - At least three years of experience in a comparable role. - Experience with bulk handling equipment or systems is advantageous. - A strong technical background and the capability to sell technical solutions to clients. - Excellent organizational and planning abilities. - Proficiency in establishing long-term customer relationships. - Analytical and problem-solving skills with resilience. - Independence and self-reliance, coupled with good interpersonal skills. - Assertiveness and decision-making aptitude. - Dedication, focus, and multitasking capabilities. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially in confident interactions at all levels. - Competency in formulating costings and calculating profit margins. - The ability to comprehend GA drawings and P&IDs. - Expertise in understanding and processing project tenders. - Sound knowledge and comprehension of a manufacturing business. - Capability to present technical solutions to customers. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities Will Include: - Selling products and/or services that best meet customer needs in terms of project scope, quality, price, and delivery deadlines. - Assisting with the negotiation of tender and contract terms and conditions to meet both customer and company needs. - Supporting Sales Engineers in hosting technical presentations and demonstrating how the company’s products, projects, and processes meet customer needs. - Liaising with other members of the sales team and other technical colleagues. - Assisting in preparing costing models and mini procurement sheets. - Assisting in preparing the PFDs and P&IDs of projects. - Assisting in loading quotes into Omni. - Assisting in updating project files on the shared drive. - Assisting in preparing accurate, detailed project quotes. - Assisting in providing pre-sales technical assistance. - Coordinating projects alongside project engineers. - Assisting in preparing handover files and arranging the handover to the project team. - Working on after-sales support services and providing technical backup as required. - Preparing reports from time to time and maintaining customer records. - Supporting marketing activities by attending trade shows and conferences. - Meeting monthly and annual sales targets. - Performing any other sales assistant or administrative duties as required.

Application Process: Please apply via our website: www.edrecruiters.co.za or submit your CV to [Email hidden - Login to reveal] - Reference Pta004108

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