Business Development & Technical Sales Representative

Business Development & Technical Sales Representative Location Western Cape / Cape Town-based, with travel to customers and prospective markets as required. Industry Manufacturing | Technical Textiles | Industrial Products Position Overview A well-established manufacturing company is seeking a commercially driven Business Development and Technical Sales Representative to identify new market opportunities, develop customer relationships, and grow sales across a diverse range of industries. The company manufactures stitchbond and related textile products used across multiple commercial and industrial applications. Agriculture represents an important strategic growth area; however, this is not an agriculture-only position. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing business across several existing and emerging markets, while playing a key role in expanding the company's agricultural product division. This opportunity would suit an experienced sales or business-development professional who enjoys developing new markets, introducing technical products, building long-term customer relationships, and taking ownership of commercial growth. Key Market Sectors The successful candidate will identify and develop opportunities across areas including: Agriculture and horticulture Waterproofing products and applications Bags, shopper bags and reusable packaging Ecobeam and building bags Advertising banners and promotional materials Geotextiles Upholstery Footwear and shoe manufacturing Additional industrial and commercial applications for stitchbond products Key Responsibilities Develop and implement business-development strategies across targeted industries. Identify prospective customers, distributors, manufacturers and commercial partners. Generate new business through structured prospecting, networking, referrals, market research and customer visits. Introduce the company's products and capabilities to new and existing markets. Build a strong pipeline of qualified sales opportunities. Develop the agricultural division as a strategic new growth area. Establish relationships with growers, agricultural suppliers, contractors, cooperatives and other relevant industry stakeholders. Identify alternative applications and new markets for stitchbond products. Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable product solutions. Work closely with production and technical teams regarding customer specifications, samples, product development and commercial feasibility. Prepare quotations, proposals, presentations and product information for prospective customers. Negotiate pricing and commercial terms within approved parameters. Manage the sales process from initial engagement through to order placement and ongoing account development. Maintain strong relationships with existing customers and identify opportunities to increase product usage. Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging…