Pierre De Bruyn
Sales Engineer/Sales Manager
Pretoria
Summary
Teamwork in any firm is exceptionally important to me, because I believe without teamwork, the firm cannot function properly. I believe that I will be a great asset to your company as I have very strong qualities that I live by daily. For example: I can follow any order given to me with exceptional attention to detail; I am also able to work well under pressure and enjoy a challenge any given day. I love working with people and can also handle any situation professionally. I see myself as an energetic and ambitious man who is hard working, loyal, honest and reliable with a healthy respect for authority. Should my application be successful, I can assure you of my best service and loyalty towards the company.
Professional technical sales expert with proven track record in driving revenue growth and client satisfaction. Strong focus on team collaboration, achieving results, and adapting to changing needs ensures reliability and success in fast-paced environments. Skilled in relationship building, technical product knowledge, and strategic sales planning. Known for effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and customer-centric approach.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1990
1990
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
External /Senior Technical Sales Representative
Pro Hydraulics'
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of sales activities, using CRM tools to track progress towards targets consistently.
- Provided valuable feedback from customers to R&D teams for continuous improvement of products based on user experiences.
- Established strong partnerships with industry influencers to increase brand visibility and credibility in the market.
- Developed long-term client relationships, resulting in repeat business and increased sales revenue.
- Resolved technical issues promptly, ensuring minimal disruption to the sales process and maintaining client trust.
- Utilized strong understanding of competitors'' offerings to differentiate company products and emphasize unique selling points.
Senior Sales Engineer
Lindos Hydraulics
01.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Lindos Hydraulics are the authorised distributors for Linde Hydraulics in Sub Sahara Africa
- Offering specialised solutions for mobile machinery, mining & Forestry
- Designs on all mobile equipment and supplier off leading Axles, Weichai engines and Rotary power motors
- Looking after existing clients and growing the business
- Looking for new business offering total solutions
- Manage quality and consistency of product and service delivery, achieving sales revenue and profit targets set by the management
- To create an awareness of clients and potential customers by providing information on the entire product range and related services
- Identify customer requirements and offer and explore new areas of business development
- Ensure high level of customer satisfaction through effective customer service, technical assistance & prompt after sales service
- Generating customer quotations for products and/or services, costing each opportunity and ensure minimum margins, as agreed with Senior Sales Staff/Division Head, are maintained or exceeded
- Maintaining existing customer base, identify and develop new customer base
- Meet and exceed monthly/annual stated targets for incremental business & assist the company marketing activities
- Liaise with Accounts and other departments to determine level of credit, clearances etc
- Ensuring payment is received from customers for orders
- Generate Local market of contacts and penetrate markets and ice break accounts
- Analyse Competitors strength & business potential in the market
- Lindos Hydraulics are the authorised distributors for Linde Hydraulics in Sub Sahara Africa
- Offering specialised solutions for mobile machinery, mining & Forestry
- Designs on all mobile equipment and supplier off leading Axles, Weichai engines and Rotary power motors
- Areas: South Africa
- Products: Hydraulics; Engines, Axles, Braking; SLA and Hydraulic designs
- Clients: Gold Mine; Coal Mine; Forestry, Steel Plants; Power generations; reselers; pulp & paper and OEM manufacturers
Senior Sales Engineer/Sales Manager/Service Centre Manager
Hytec – Bosch Rexroth SA.
04.2007 - 12.2020
- Company Overview: The Hytec Group of Companies are specialists in all hydraulic and pneumatic fields offering specialised solutions to Off & Onshore Oil and Gas, Marine, Mining and Industry
- We are the authorised distributors for Bosch Rexroth Drive and Controls & SPX Power Team in Sub Sahara Africa
- The Hytec Group of Companies are specialists in all hydraulic and pneumatic fields offering specialised solutions to Off & Onshore Oil and Gas, Marine, Mining and Industry
- We are the authorised distributors for Bosch Rexroth Drive and Controls & SPX Power Team in Sub Sahara Africa
- KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
- Expanding the Lindos Brand into Southern Africa with SLA in place
- Based in Nelspruit 2 years compiling complete market research from Lowveld, Swaziland, Mozambique including costings
- Started up SLA’s for large mining and steel companies – increasing turnover
- Started up service department with 3 qualified technicians and assistants successfully
Sales Representative
Edmik Hydraulic Engineering
02.2005 - 04.2007
Sales Representative
Hi-Quip Hydraulic & Eng
06.2003 - 01.2005
Sales & Marketing Manager
Tribcon Plastic Engineering
06.2001 - 05.2003
Sales Representative
East Auto Hydraulics
02.1991 - 05.2001
Education
Matriculated -
Hoer Seunskool Hugenote
Fitter and Turner Trade - undefined
Olifantsfontein College
Skills
Mentorship
Position Applied For
Sales Engineer/Sales Manager
Comments
Teamwork in any firm is exceptionally important to me, because I believe without teamwork, the firm cannot function properly. I believe that I will be a great asset to your company as I have very strong qualities that I live by daily. For example: I can follow any order given to me with exceptional attention to detail; I am also able to work well under pressure and enjoy a challenge any given day. I love working with people and can also handle any situation professionally. I see myself as an energetic and ambitious man who is hard working, loyal, honest and reliable with a healthy respect for authority. Should my application be successful, I can assure you of my best service and loyalty towards the company.
Academic Qualifications
Hoer Seunskool Hugenote, Matriculated, 12/90, Olifantsfontein College, Fitter and Turner Trade, 12/98, Appointment Legal liability, 12/17, Advanced Interpersonal Communication, 12/15, Leadership Middle Management, 12/14, Hytec Sales management by objectives, 12/13, Hytec Professional selling skills, 12/13, Customer care in Action, 12/11, Marketing and Sales, 12/10, Professional marketing, 12/09, Basic Pneumatic Bosch Rexroth, 12/08, Basic Hydraulics Bosch Rexroth, 12/08, Sales & Marketing Management, 12/02, Basic Hydraulics Vickers, 12/98, Aeroquip Hydraulic Hose and Fitting, 12/96
Skills Matrix
4, 4, 20, 4, 20, 4, 10, 4
Race Gender
White Male
Contact Email
pierredebruyn1703@gmail.com
Current Remuneration
CTC available on request
Personal Information
- ID Number: 720317 5116 089
- Notice Period: One month
- Nationality: South Afrikaans
Timeline
External /Senior Technical Sales Representative
Pro Hydraulics'
08.2023 - Current
Senior Sales Engineer
Lindos Hydraulics
01.2021 - Current
Senior Sales Engineer/Sales Manager/Service Centre Manager
Hytec – Bosch Rexroth SA.
04.2007 - 12.2020
Sales Representative
Edmik Hydraulic Engineering
02.2005 - 04.2007
Sales Representative
Hi-Quip Hydraulic & Eng
06.2003 - 01.2005
Sales & Marketing Manager
Tribcon Plastic Engineering
06.2001 - 05.2003
Sales Representative
East Auto Hydraulics
02.1991 - 05.2001
Fitter and Turner Trade - undefined
Olifantsfontein College
Matriculated -
Hoer Seunskool Hugenote
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