Part Sales Engineer

We’re everything ship. Are you? 

Ready to make a big splash in Africa's marine industry? Join our Service Hub in Cape Town and become the trusted partner for spare parts, logistics and technical support for customers across Africa.  

About us:  

At Damen, we design, build and support ships that operate all over the world. As a family-owned maritime company, we combine international expertise with a practical, hands-on way of working, focused on keeping our customers moving. 

Damen Services supports customers after delivery, helping them keep their vessels safe, reliable and operational. From spare parts and logistics to technical service and advice, we make sure customers get the support they need, when they need it. 

From our Service Hub in Cape Town, we are close to our customers across Africa. This local presence helps us respond quickly, understand the challenges of the region and provide practical solutions that make a real difference to vessel operations. 

You will be part of Team Africa: a collaborative, international team with colleagues in South Africa, West-Africa and the Netherlands. Our ‘We Care’ mindset reflects how we work every day: proactive, solution-oriented and committed to making things happen for our customers, our people and each other. 

The Role 

As a Part Sales Engineer Services, you will be the main point of contact for customers across Africa when it comes to spare parts, logistics and day-to-day service support. You will manage the full parts sales process: from understanding customer needs and preparing offers to coordinating orders, suppliers and deliveries. 

You will work closely with the Account Manager, Sales Manager and colleagues in South Africa, West-Africa and the Netherlands. In this role, you need to enjoy a fast-moving environment, communicate clearly with different stakeholders and take ownership to get things done for the customer. 

Key accountabilities 

This is a good fit if you like to do the following: 

• Active approach towards (potential) clients and inform them about the possibility of delivery of specific components; 

• Within your region, you will be responsible for the proactive sales of spare parts; 

• On a successful sale, you take care of the process by interacting with supply chain regarding procurement and logistics; 

• Maintaining contact with both clients and suppliers about delivery times and prices; 

• Performing accurate additional administrative work, such as building a dossier for each sales order; 

• Keeping track of the many sales orders running simultaneously; 

• Cooperating with colleagues to strive for a better result every day. 

Skills & Experience 

We ask our future Sales Engineer Services to come prepared with the following: 

You have: 

• Preferably a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or equivalent vocational qualification in a technical or commercial discipline; 

• Experience in a technical sales role preferable within a Service Department; 

• Good command of English.  

You are: 

• Communicating effectively with team members and stakeholders;  

• Commercial proactive, result-oriented, with initiative, assertiveness and management skills; 

• A pragmatic, persuasive Sales Engineer with a solid personality, fitting within a dynamic organisation with a hands-on culture; 

• Decisive and at the same time flexible in your approach and works methodically; 

• Able to influence, put things into perspective and also knows how to have the patience that is sometimes needed to achieve results; 

• Well able to manage expectations. 

• Already living in South Africa, preferably in Cape Town. 

What We Offer 

At Damen, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional opportunities. That's why we invest in your growth, well-being, and future. 

• Career Growth Opportunities: Develop your expertise through continuous learning, international exposure, and access to the Damen Academy, including leadership and development programs. 

• A Global Family: Become part of an international organization where collaboration, knowledge sharing, and teamwork drive success across the world. 

• Meaningful Work: Play a direct role in helping customers maximize the performance, safety, and longevity of their vessels. 

• Competitive Reward Package: Receive a competitive salary and attractive employment conditions. 

• Hybrid Working: Benefit from flexible working arrangements, including the opportunity to work from home up to two days per week. 

• Engaging Culture: Join company events, sports activities, and social initiatives in a workplace where colleagues support one another and celebrate success together. 

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy 18 paid vacation days annually and the freedom to maintain a healthy work-life balance. 

Get on board! 

If you feel you share our values and passion, then we’d like to see what you’re made of. Who knows, maybe we’re made for each other? Get on board. We would love to read your resume and motivation. 

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