Unit Sales Engineers Jobs in Kenya


Unit Sales Engineers 

(6 Positions)

Main Responsibilities: 
  • To ensure effective sales coverage of all existing and potential Machine/genset customers within the region and submit regular reports accordingly.
  • To ensure effective after sales product support in liaison with service dept.
  • To follow up on outstanding customer debts and update Finance department promptly.
  • To ensure we use the best methods in machine/genset identification and application by applying the relevant Caterpillar product programmes.
  • To liaise with local suppliers of equipment/accessories/materials as the need may arise from time to time.
  • With the directions of the Sales Manager identify and formulate suitable Marketing advertisements and co-ordinate with Newspaper/Magazine publishers for action.
  • Achieve sales targets as units – value and margin and follow effectively any available opportunity
  • Collect and report to the Sales Manager on trading trends, market opportunities and other matters related to the business
  • Draw up & /implement customer call schedules and strategies towards achievement of the department annual goals
  • Set and submit coverage plans weekly to management
  • Submit on time daily call reports, and relevant reports on activities within the territory – this also to include all competitive activities and market info
  • Organize effective customers coverage - demonstration / test drives for prospective customers.
  • Collect, report & following up on any customer complaint aiming to resolve problem
  • To submit regular national sales updates and liaise with logistics on stock/customer order requirements - Adminstration of stock levels in line with projected sales.
  • Control of Machine/genset deliveries, ensuring proper documentation before release.
Job Specifications: 
  • A University degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • At least 2 years work experience in a mechanical plant or construction industry.
  • Strong customer knowledge and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • A clean driving license.
  • Must be proficient in use of computers