Overview Exciting opportunity for a scientifically trained salesperson with experience in water testing, microbiology, or related lab environments , combined with external sales exposure . This role suits someone who enjoys building relationships, communicating technical solutions, and contributing to a growing specialist portfolio. Location: Based in Johannesburg, covering surrounding provinces (travel required). Salary: Competitive, market‑related package with benefits. Responsibilities Managing & growing accounts within water, environmental, and microbiology testing sectors New business development and revenue generation within the assigned territory Preparing quotations and responding to technical and commercial enquiries Conducting product demonstrations and technical presentations Providing after‑sales support and technical assistance on instrumentation and consumables Maintaining accurate CRM records, sales statistics, and reporting Liaising with suppliers, admin, and internal support teams to ensure seamless service delivery JHB-based, with domestic travel required and occasional international travel as needed. Essential Requirements BSc / BSc Honours in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Chemistry /related discipline Lab experience within environmental/ water/ food testing environments 2–3 years’ sales experience , ideally within a related scientific, lab, or technical industry Strong technical aptitude and high attention to detail Confident communicator , well spoken & articulate , with strong interpersonal skills Customer-focused , reliable , and solutions-oriented Self‑motivated, well‑organised , happy to manage a sales territory independently Valid driver’s licence , own vehicle , valid passport and willingness to travel South African citizens only #J-18808-Ljbffr