Sales Engineer at ALAF Limited Tanzania

ALAF Limited Tanzania is inviting applications from qualified professionals for the position of Sales Engineer based in Dar es Salaam. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating project leads, developing relationships with key construction industry stakeholders, and converting opportunities into sales to achieve the company’s targets.

The role focuses strongly on complete Safal Building Solutions, including pre-engineered buildings (PEB), light gauge steel trussing, and other building products. The Sales Engineer will also conduct site visits, support BOQ preparation, manage project pipelines, coordinate order delivery, handle customer concerns, and ensure compliance with company sales and credit procedures.

Responsibilities

• Identify project prospects within the Dar es Salaam region and engage relevant stakeholders to achieve sales targets.

• Promote complete building solutions, including PEB and light gauge steel trussing.

  

• Develop relationships with architects, quantity surveyors, structural engineers, consultants, contractors, and key consumers.

• Identify and develop new customers.

  

• Conduct site visits and assist with site measurements and BOQ preparation.

• Maintain the Projects Tracker and follow up on leads and inquiries.

  

• Convert qualified leads into confirmed orders.

• Follow up on confirmed orders to ensure timely billing and delivery.

  

• Coordinate with Customer Service to ensure orders are delivered within agreed timelines.

• Handle customer complaints with support from the Customer Service team.

• Ensure compliance with company credit policies and collection targets.

• Follow SAP processes and company procedures.

• Prepare and submit sales and project reports as required.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Building Science, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in project sales, business development, or technical sales.

• Experience in building materials, construction, roofing, steel, or a related industry.

• Proven ability to consistently achieve and exceed sales targets.

• Experience developing relationships with architects, consultants, contractors, developers, quantity surveyors, and other project stakeholders.

• Working knowledge of Bills of Quantities (BOQs), construction drawings, and project specifications.

• Experience preparing quotations and managing project sales pipelines.

• Ability to coordinate order execution from confirmation through delivery.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP.

• Valid driving licence.

• Willingness to travel extensively for customer meetings and construction site visits.

Job Details

• Position: Sales Engineer

• Company: ALAF Limited Tanzania

• Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

• Employment Type: Contract

• Salary: Negotiable

• Application Deadline: 7 September 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official ALAF/Safal recruitment portal.

Apply Online: ALAF/Safal Online Application Portal

Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates relevant experience in technical sales, project development, construction products, customer relationship management, and achievement of sales targets.

Final Thoughts

The Sales Engineer position offers an opportunity for an experienced sales or engineering professional to combine technical construction knowledge with business development and project sales. Candidates who have experience with building materials, construction projects, BOQs, and technical sales are particularly well suited to this opportunity.