Regional Sales Engineer Sub-Equatorial Africa at Valmet

As a Regional Sales Engineer for Valmet Flow Control, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our presence in the dynamic Sub Equatorial Africa region in the O&G & MMM industries. Based in Johannesburg you will serve as the key liaison between Valmet our EPC, OEM and end-users, ensuring their needs are met with our comprehensive range of services and products.


What we offer:


Permanent contract with a competitive package
Medical aid and provident fund benefits
Company vehicle for business-related travel
Opportunity to join a well-structured multinational team.
Travel opportunities within Sub Equatorial Africa
Career development prospects within a global organization


Your responsibilities will include:


Building the project funnel for the assigned countries and maintaining strong relationships with EPC, OEM and end-users
Representing, presenting and technically supporting Valmet Flow Control's entire range of products and services
Collaborating internally in country and inter-continentally with sales, operations, marketing, and service teams to meet customer objectives.
Leading customer account planning to ensure customer satisfaction and business growth -reporting activities all in sales force CRM.


Requirements:


Degree, Diploma, OR trade test in Instrumentation or mechanical engineering minimum.
Solid practical, technical background in instrumentation or mechanical engineering from industry
Sound technical & market knowledge of valves, actuators, and pumps
Experience of Mining & Metals and/or Oil & Gas industry and cross border travel into Africa
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar sales engineering role
Fluent in English; French & Portuguese proficiency will be considered a plus.
Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time.
Proficiency with Microsoft tools such as excel/PowerPoint and Salesforce CRM
Supporting line mine manager, service teams and marketing with reports and market intelligence when required.