E.I.S. Ltd, a company based in Kitwe, Copperbelt, Zambia, has announced a job opening for a Sales Technician specializing in electrical and instrumentation products. The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting and selling regular and specialized electrical products, instrumentation products, services, and solutions to businesses and consumers. This role requires a deep understanding of electrical technology, which the candidate will combine with traditional sales skills to meet customer needs and drive revenue.
The Sales Technician will be expected to provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical and instrumentation products, including their specifications, capabilities, and applications across various sectors such as mining, food and beverage, and consumer industries. They will engage with contractors, engineers, corporate clients, and other customers to understand their technical requirements and recommend suitable products and solutions.
Key responsibilities of the Sales Technician will include business development, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, customer visits, and market engagement. The candidate will also be required to develop and implement sales strategies aimed at achieving sales targets and increasing the company's market share.
The successful candidate will need to prepare competitive quotations, calculate buying and selling prices, and conduct regular follow-ups with prospective and existing clients. They will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing customers to encourage repeat business and customer loyalty.
To qualify for the position, the candidate should have a Full Grade Twelve Certificate, a Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Electrical/Instrumentation, and at least three years of experience in the related field. They should possess excellent communication, presentation, sales, and marketing skills, as well as technical knowledge of electrical and instrumentation products.
The ideal candidate will be computer literate, including proficiency in Microsoft 365 and other basic applications, and have strong interpersonal and time management skills. Fluency in English and Bemba is also required. Those who meet the requirements can email a hand-written covering letter and CV, including professional certificates with three traceable references, to [email protected]
Interested individuals must indicate the name of the position, SALES TECHNICIAN (ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENTATION), in the subject line of the email. The company, E.I.S. Ltd, is looking for a responsible and hardworking individual with a positive personality to fill this role.
Key points
- The position requires a combination of technical knowledge and sales skills.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for driving revenue and increasing market share.
- The job opening is located in Kitwe, Copperbelt, Zambia.
