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Regional Commercial Lead Capital / Industrial Equipment Gauteng

Personnel NetworkJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

28 days ago

Job description

Regional Commercial Lead – Capital / Industrial Equipment

Location : Gauteng-based (Supporting Free State & KwaZulu-Natal)

Our client is looking for a dynamic Regional Commercial Lead with a strong technical sales background in capital / industrial equipment to join our growing team. This role is critical in supporting our regional operations in Gauteng, the Free State, and KwaZulu-Natal, with a strong focus on the FMCG and meat processing sectors.

Remuneration & Benefits

Basic Salary : R60,000 – R65,000 (dependent on experience)

Car Allowance : R6,100

Benefits : Medical Aid, Pension Fund, Group Life, Funeral Cover

Incentives : Performance-based quarterly bonuses

If you’re currently earning above this bracket and meet the role’s criteria, please still apply – salary is negotiable for the right candidate.

About the Role

This is a client-facing, solutions-driven role for someone who can confidently :

Understand and demonstrate complex product components
Identify client needs and develop tailored solutions
Build and maintain long-term customer relationships
Drive strategic growth within the capital equipment space

Ideal Candidate Profile

5+ years’ experience in technical sales, ideally in capital / industrial equipment

Background in FMCG, particularly in meat processing or hygiene solutions

Proven track record of meeting / exceeding sales targets

Technically inclined, with strong product demo and solution selling skills

Relevant business or sales qualification (degree or diploma advantageous)

Strong financial acumen — confident managing sales cycles and budgets

Excellent presentation, relationship-building, and negotiation skills

Willingness to travel extensively across supported regions

Comfortable engaging with OEMs and internal stakeholders

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end customer experience within the Freddy Hirsch Group

Collaborate with customers to provide growth-driven solutions

Conduct product and equipment demonstrations at FHG sites and customer locations

Build and implement sales strategies in line with OEM offerings

Identify and pursue new business through cold calling and lead generation

Work cross-functionally with internal teams (Technical, Finance, Spices, Workshops)

Ensure sales targets and budget goals are met or exceeded

Stay up to date with product developments and industry innovations

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