Technical Sales Engineer | Full-time
WEICON is a globally recognized manufacturer of engineered adhesives, sealants, protective coatings, and corrosion protection solutions. With a reputation for innovation and quality, WEICON products are trusted across a wide range of industries including manufacturing, mining, assembly, power generation, automotive, marine, construction, and maintenance.
We are currently looking for a Technical Sales Engineer to join our growing team in South Africa. This role is remote-based and will service the Western Cape, Northern Cape, Free State and Namibia. This role requires a combination of engineering thinking, strong communication skills, and the ability to build trusted partnerships. You will work closely with R&D engineers, production teams, purchasers, and repair professionals, helping them improve asset reliability and life span, aesthetics, production and manufacturing efficiency, and maintenance through technical sales of engineered adhesive and coating technologies.
- Actively promote and sell WEICON’s full range of tailored solutions in adhesives, sealants, protective coatings, and corrosion protection.
- Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities in manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance environment in respective territories through regular visits and communication
- Provide technical consultation and on-site support for product selection, trials, implementation, and application guidance
- Deliver engaging product demonstrations and presentations to influence decision makers
- Build long-term, trust-based relationships with engineers, technicians, and procurement teams
- Analyse customer processes to offer tailored solutions that improve performance and efficiency
- Act as a solution consultant – confidently challenging conventional methods with innovative alternative solutions
- Plan and manage your territories autonomously, supported by the back-office team
- Represent the company and brand values in a highly professional, solution-oriented manner
- Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
- Collaborate with the internal team to ensure high levels of customer service.
- Track sales activity, prepare reports, and contribute to regional growth strategy.
- Proven track record in technical sales, ideally with experience in engineered adhesives, sealants, protective coatings, or a related field in B2B and B2C environments
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence, present, negotiate, and inspire confidence in others through innovation to solve problems
- Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with both technical and commercial stakeholders
- Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently with clear focus on goals
- Strong planning and territory management capabilities
- Strong understanding of industrial and maintenance processes.
- Technically inclined with the ability to understand and explain complex solutions.
- Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle in excellent condition.
- Proficient in MS Office and CRM software.
- Market-related salary with performance-based incentives.
- Aggressive commission structure
- Remote work with autonomy.
- Comprehensive training on WEICON products and solutions.
- Supportive team environment with room for growth and development.
- Vehicle allowance
- Mobile allowance