AR Grade Chemical Sales Representative (Mining & Laboratory Markets) Gauteng, Midrand

AR Grade Chemical Sales Representative (Mining & Laboratory Markets) Gauteng, Midrand

R 27000 (Negotiable)We are looking for AR Grade Chemical Sales Reps, Midrand

Location: South Africa (National)
Reports To: Sales Manager / Business Development Manager
Salary: R22 000 - R27 000 per month
Job PurposeDrive sales of AR-grade chemicals, laboratory reagents, consumables, standards, and related products to mining, commercial, research, environmental, water testing, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial laboratories across South Africa.Key Responsibilities

• Develop new business and grow existing customer accounts.
• Sell laboratory chemicals, reagents, standards, and consumables.
• Build relationships with laboratory managers, chemists, and procurement teams.
• Prepare quotations, negotiate pricing, and close sales.
• Provide technical product support and presentations.
• Conduct customer visits and identify upselling opportunities.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and new industry opportunities.
• Maintain CRM records, sales reports, forecasts, and compliance standards.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Laboratory Science, Biotechnology, or related field (preferred).
• 3-5 years external sales experience.
• Minimum 2 years selling laboratory, scientific, or industrial chemical products.
• Mining laboratory sales experience advantageous.
• Proven sales track record.

Technical Knowledge

• AR-grade chemicals and laboratory reagents.
• ICP, AAS, XRF, and wet chemistry applications.
• ISO 17025 and laboratory quality systems.
• Laboratory safety and sample preparation chemicals.

Skills & Competencies

• Prospecting, negotiation, closing, and account management.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, organised, results-driven, and able to work independently.

Travel Requirements

• Extensive travel to customer sites across South Africa.
• Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle.

Target Markets

• Mining laboratories (gold, platinum, coal, iron ore, base metals).
• Commercial testing laboratories (SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas, SANAS labs).
• Universities, research institutions, environmental, water, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and manufacturing laboratories.

Preferred Industry BackgroundExperience with companies such as Merck/Sigma-Aldrich, ACE, Lasec, Labotec, Separations, Protea Laboratory Services, Chemetrix, Industrial Analytical, Scientific Group, Kimix Chemicals, or similar chemical/laboratory suppliers.

Work Location: In person