Chris Olivier

Questioner
DISC Type : c

Solutions Specialist, Mechanical Sales, Engineering, Support at Private Company

Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa

Overview

With over 17 years in international sales, Chris Olivier is a Solutions Specialist focused on the mining, manufacturing, and oil and gas industries. His expertise lies in bulk material handling, and he has a technical background as a Qualified Fitter with Machining from the Randfontein Gold Mining Company.

His post congratulating teams in Perth and NSW suggests a collaborative spirit and professional connections to Australian operations.

He is a qualified fitter and machinist, giving him a unique, hands-on understanding of the mechanical solutions he sells.

Personality Overview

Systematic

Price-Sensitive

Value Seeker

They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.  They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. They prefer to analyze every situation thoroughly.


Topics They Care About

Mining Sector Solutions
His entire career is dedicated to supplying quality products, support, and innovative solutions to the mining industry.
Bulk Material Handling
States a deep expertise and understanding of processes within this specific industry to offer customized, high-quality solutions.
Fostering Client Relationships
He identifies his tenacity in building and maintaining strong client relationships as a cornerstone of his professional success.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2025
Solutions Specialist, Mechanical Sales, Engineering, Support at Private Company
1-2025 - 12-2025
Country Manager at Zafco International Inc.
5-2024 - 4-2025
Country Manager at Private Company
5-2024 - 4-2025
Global Conveyor Solutions Specialist/Sales at Global Conveyor Solutions
8-2006 - 5-2024
International Sales Specialist at Tru-Trac Rollers

Education

6-1986 - 9-2001
Qulified Fitter with Machening from Randfontein Gold Mining Company
1980 - 1988
Grade 10 from Nic Diederichs Tech Krugersdorp

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Exp : 19 Location : Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa Job Level : Junior Designation : Solutions Specialist, Mechanical Sales, Engineering, Support at Private Company
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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share as much information as possible regarding your product
  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • Tell them that you will come back if you don’t have a good answer for a question

DONT's

  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They can take risk if they are convinced that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


You And Chris

Personality Compatibility


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