About this role
A well-established South African lighting manufacturer is seeking an experienced and technically strong Lighting Sales Specialist to drive business growth and expand its presence within the commercial lighting market. Key Responsibilities Generate and secure new business across the commercial, industrial, retail and architectural sectors. Develop and maintain strong relationships with engineers, consulting engineers, architects, contractors, developers and end users. Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to project completion. Provide expert lighting advice, technical support, specifications and quotations. Identify opportunities to grow existing key accounts. Achieve and exceed agreed sales targets. Convert industry relationships and project opportunities into profitable business. Provide commercially focused solutions aligned with client and project requirements. Minimum Requirements Minimum 5 years' hands-on, site-based experience in commercial lighting. Showroom or general retail lighting sales experience will not be sufficient. Strong knowledge of the lighting and construction industries. Established network within the lighting, electrical, construction, architectural and/or engineering sectors. Proven ability to convert relationships with engineers, architects and consultants into commissioned business. Strong ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical and lighting plans and drawings. Proven sales track record with the ability to meet and exceed targets. Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills. Commercially focused, proactive and target-driven. Valid driver's licence. Own reliable transport Experience with DIALux, Relux, AutoCAD or other lighting design software. Knowledge of lighting specifications and tender projects. Please apply directly by clicking on the Apply button or visit www.placetalent.co.za for more exciting opportunities. If you have not had any response within one week, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will be kept on file for any further suitable positions.