Salesperson Steel Metal Fabrication Services

Overview

Junior Industrial Sales Person – Steel Metal Fabrication Services (Permanent Position – Johannesburg, near Roodepoort).

Preferably available to start immediately.

Must be willing to relocate near the company – the company does not cover travel to/from home.

Industry: Metal Fabrication / Engineering / Manufacturing.

Minimum qualification:

Matric (Grade 12).

Experience:

1–2 years’ sales experience (any technical/industrial sales is beneficial).

Strong interest in engineering, fabrication, or technical industries.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across target industries (manufacturing, construction, mining, industrial engineering, fabrication).
• Conduct cold calling, emailing, social media outreach, and site visits to generate leads.
• Visit client sites to understand fabrication needs and identify opportunities for quoting.
• Maintain an active pipeline of prospects and opportunities.

• Develop strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Provide professional customer service, ensuring enquiries are responded to promptly.
• Assist clients with understanding fabrication capabilities, including materials, cutting, bending, welding, assembly, finishing, and bespoke fabrication work.

• Gather technical information from clients to prepare RFQs (Request for Quotation).
• Work with internal estimators, engineers, and production teams to prepare accurate quotes.
• Assist in preparing and presenting proposals to clients.
• Follow up on outstanding quotations and convert them into sales orders.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and sector developments.
• Identify potential new sectors or applications for fabricated metal products.
• Update CRM with all leads, opportunities, meetings, and follow‑ups.
• Prepare weekly and monthly sales activity reports.
• Ensure all documentation, contracts, and customer data are accurate and up to date.

• Technical certificate or diploma in Fabrication, Engineering, Welding, or Manufacturing (beneficial but not required).
• Past exposure to metal fabrication workshops or industrial client environments.
• Basic understanding of engineering or metal fabrication processes (training provided).
• Ability to read simple drawings or willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good computer literacy (email, MS Office, CRM systems).
• Reliable with strong attention to detail.
• Driven, target‑oriented, and self‑motivated.
• Professional and well‑presented; energetic, enthusiastic, and willing to learn.
• High work ethic and integrity; able to work independently and within a team.
• Positive attitude with resilience and persistence.
• Existing customer relationships in relevant industries (advantageous).
• Ability to understand or interpret technical drawings (advantageous).

• Monthly lead generation targets.
• Number of customer visits and engagements.
• Conversion rates: quotes to orders.
• Monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Accurate and up‑to‑date CRM usage.

Monthly salary: R 15 000 – R 25 000 for Junior; higher for a Senior + commissions on top. Salary package depends on skills, qualifications, and years of relevant experience. Discretionary annual performance bonus also applicable.

Note:

Pension scheme will be deducted from net salary and is not negotiable. The company does not contribute to the pension.

Office and on‑site client visits; some travel required within Gauteng (fuel reimbursement or vehicle allowance depending on package). Monday–Friday normal office hours, with occasional after‑hours as needed for client demands.