Sales Engineer (Pumps & Valves)

How2Apply Talent Network
Tembisa, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Marketing & Sales Code 8
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Job Description

Selling to companies takes patience; at this packaging manufacturer in Tembisa, big deals are worth the wait. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

Location: Tembisa, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

What you'll actually do

  • Attend trade shows and industry breakfasts to meet buyers.
  • Visit key accounts monthly and check how the service is going.
  • Book and run discovery meetings with buyers and procurement managers.
  • Negotiate contract terms, rentals and service-level agreements.
  • Prospect new companies by phone, LinkedIn and walk-ins in business parks.

Must-haves

  • Resilient enough to handle long sales cycles and rejection
  • Matric plus a sales, marketing or technical qualification
  • You close deals, not just collect meetings
  • Confident with Excel, Outlook and a CRM
  • Solid presentation and negotiation skills
  • Valid driver's licence and your own reliable car

Extra points for

  • A technical trade or engineering background for sales engineer roles
  • Salesforce, Zoho or HubSpot CRM experience
  • An existing network of buyers in your sector

On offer

  • Pension fund and medical aid contributions
  • Basic plus monthly commission on gross profit
  • Car allowance and fuel card

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: proof of past sales performance, such as target letters or commission statements plus your qualifications.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 10 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Tembisa; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • Show target versus actual for each of your last three years; B2B managers skip CVs without numbers.
  • Name the industries and deal sizes you have handled, not only your job titles.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationTembisa, Gauteng
CategoryMarketing & Sales
Experience4+ years
LicenseCode 8
Posted27 September 2026
Closing Date3 November 2026
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