CNC Junior Sales Executive

Junior Sales Person – CNC Machining & Metal Fabrication Services

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Department:
Sales

Reports To:

Sales Manager / Business Development Manager

Role Type:
Full-Time, On-Site / Field-Based

Industry: Engineering, CNC Machining, Metal Fabrication, Manufacturing

1. Role Purpose

The Junior Sales Person will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and converting new

business opportunities for CNC machining and metal fabrication services. The role involves

supporting the sales team, conducting client visits, preparing quotations, and helping expand

the company’s footprint in manufacturing, engineering, mining, automotive, and fabrication

markets.

This position is ideal for a motivated individual with strong communication skills, technical

curiosity, and a willingness to learn the CNC machining industry.

2. Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Lead Generation

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities for CNC machining, fabrication, and

engineering services.

• Conduct cold calling, emailing, Linked In outreach, and site visits to prospective

customers.

• Assist with developing and managing a sales pipeline using a CRM system.

• Attend industry trade shows, exhibitions, and association events to generate leads.

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain productive relationships with new and existing customers.

• Understand customer requirements for machining, welding, fabrication, and custom

metal components.

• Provide product/services information and handle customer queries professionally.

• Follow up on quotations, proposals, and outstanding negotiations.

Technical Sales Support

• Work with engineering and production teams to prepare accurate quotations for CNC

turning, milling, laser cutting, bending, welding, and assembly.

• Collect technical drawings/specifications from clients and communicate clearly with

the internal technical team.

• Learn to interpret basic technical drawings (advantageous but can be trained).

• Understand basic machining processes, tolerances, materials (mild steel, stainless

steel, aluminium), and fabrication workflows.

Sales Administration

• Prepare daily and weekly sales reports as required by the Sales Manager.

• Record customer interactions, quotes, and opportunities in CRM.

• Assist with tender submissions, RFQs, and documentation.

• Ensure accurate, timely delivery of quotes and follow-up activities.

Customer Visits & Territory Management

• Plan and conduct site visits to factories, workshops, OEMs, and engineering firms.

• Gather information on customer needs, machine usage, and pain points.

• Maintain an organised diary and call cycle.

3. Required Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12.

• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle.

• 1–2 years of sales experience (industrial, fabrication, metalworking, or engineering

environment preferred).

• Proficiency with MS O ice (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Advantageous

• Exposure to CNC machining, metal fabrication, technical manufacturing, mechanical

parts, or engineering firms.

• Ability to read or learn to read simple engineering drawings.

• Experience using a CRM system (Hub Spot, Pipedrive, Zoho, etc.).

4. Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (training will be provided).

• Ability to gather and relay technical information accurately.

• Good numeracy and analytical ability (quotations, pricing understanding).

Sales Skills

• Strong prospecting and lead-generation ability.

• Persuasive communication and negotiation skills.

• Professional presentation and client-facing behaviour.

• Ability to manage follow-ups and close deals.

Soft Skills

• High energy, self-motivation, and a positive attitude.

• Strong organisational and time-management ability.

• Willingness to learn technical concepts quickly.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet targets.

• Team player with a customer-centric mindset.

5. Performance Objectives

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Number of quality leads generated.

• Conversion rate of quotes to orders.

• New customer accounts opened.

• Sales revenue achieved vs. monthly and quarterly…