A South African-based importer, stockist, and distributor of speciality chemicals, focusing on tailored solutions for industrial applications such as water treatment, agrochemicals, and industrial cleaning is seeking a dedicated Technical Sales Representative to be responsible for managing client relationships, securing new business, providing technical support, and overseeing budgets, stock, and international supplier relations.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or similar
• Minimum 3 years’ external sales experience in the chemical sector
• A proven track record in B2B chemical sales
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Data-driven, with strong analytical skills for budgeting and market insights
• Strong self-motivation and organizational abilities
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle
• Comfortable with extensive travel (local and international) and client-facing technical discussions
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing and growing an existing client base in water treatment, agrochemicals, and industrial cleaning.
• Securing new business through cold calling, networking, and product expansion.
• Conducting regular customer visits, hosting clients, and managing entertainment budgets.
• Providing technical product support and conducting product costing.
• Attending overseas supplier visits and managing international relationships.
• Preparing annual budgets and conducting market analysis (by product, competitor, and customer).
• Managing stock levels based on sales trends and future projections.
• Travelling internationally as required.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.