Main Purpose
Description of the job
National Separations, a leading supplier of filtration systems, requires a Pharmaceutical Process Sales Specialist in the Western Cape area. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating sales and new business development across the Western Cape area.
Vacancy Requirements
Product knowledge
- Filters and sterile bag assemblies/ Single -use systems
- Peristaltic pumps, Tubing and connection systems
- Raw materials and chemicals and specialized resins used in production
- Production apparatus – mixers, fermentors, and other systems used in the production environment.
- Production consumables.
Skills and experience
- Experienced in pharmaceutical process equipment sales.
- 3-5 years minimum experience in an external sales role.
- Experience selling to process markets (pharmaceutical and equivalent).
- Experience in selling an international brand and end-user selling is beneficial.
- Strong technical skills with a related or similar industry background.
- Proven successful key account management experience.
- Solid track record in securing sales and expanding client base.
- Proven experience in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
- Good understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
- Proven networking and negotiation skills.
- Innovative with client solutions.
- Accurate and reliable reporting skills/experience.
Competencies and personality requirements
- Present with professional and good people skills.
- Confident, determined, and competitive.
- Resilient and ability to cope with rejection.
- Good time management and punctual skills.
- Energetic, pro-active, self-motivated and prepared to work independently.
- Detailed and able to multi-task and work under pressure.
- Valid driver’s licence – company transport can be provided.
Qualifications
- Matric certificate.
- An engineering / scientific or relevant qualification would be ideal.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Maintain and strengthen existing client relationships and key accounts.
- Aggressively seek new business opportunities through research & networking.
- Achieve agreed annual sales budgets.
- Assist key-end clients with projects and specification development.
- Demonstration of equipment to clients and assist with installations.
- Maintain an elevated level of product knowledge and industry regulations.
- Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific client and industry targets.
- Completion and submission of tenders.
- Prepare sales and technology presentation material as required.
Kindly fill in your details on the form and upload your CV and supporting documentation or email luigi@natsep.co.za
📅 Applications close on 29 May 2026 (or until the position is filled).
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