Laboratory Pump Sales Representative

SUMMARY:
This person will be responsible for sales, service and training of various types of pumps and related equipment used in a science laboratory

POSITION INFO:

Duties:

• Function as full technical sales and support engineer by handling all technical queries from customers.
• Sales of Vacuum pumps and related equipment.
• Visit customers’ sites and carry out corrective and preventative maintenance.
• Carry out fault finding effectively and communicate with the customer as to the problems, recommending the best solutions.
• Carry out installations as per company procedures and in accordance with the order specifications.
• Advise customers on pre-installation requirements for instruments.
• Carry out remote diagnostics.
• Respond efficiently to customer calls and emergency work.
• Function as support for other sales personnel.
• Provide telephonic assistance to customers.
• Ensure that product knowledge is of a high standard.
• Keep up to date with technical changes and updates.
• Travel outside office hours and outside the borders of South Africa.

Job Skills & Qualifications:

• Mechanical Engineering qualification,
• Knowledge of vacuum pumps, pressure, etc.
• Able to do calculations
• At least 2 years sales experience combined with technical experience
• Own a car with a valid driver’s license
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Must be willing to travel extensively in South Africa.

Remuneration:

Salary negotiable around R25k plus travel allowance, tools of the trade and commissions on a target performance.