Technical Sales Representative - Speciality Agricultural Chemicals

SUMMARY:

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.

POSITION INFO:

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

• 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.