Contracts Sales Consultant - Kramerville, Jhb

The Recruiters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African recruitment agency is seeking a Contracts Sales Consultant to promote and sell products in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background with at least 2 years of experience, excellent product knowledge, and skills in relationship building. Responsibilities include client visits, new business development, and customer relationship management. A valid driver's license is required, and candidates should be fluent in English and another South African language.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a sales role, preferably in a retail or wholesale environment.
• Exposure to interior design is an advantage.
• Valid Drivers License (Code B) is required.
• Fluency in English and at least one other South African language is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Visit clients regularly and promote product ranges.
• Identify potential clients and pursue sales leads.
• Manage back-order lists and handle queries courteously.
• Assist with payment collections and process payments accurately.
• Collaborate on setting and tracking sales budgets.

Skills

Sales & Negotiation

Product Knowledge

Presentation & Communication Skills

Database & CRM Management

Market Research & Campaign Implementation

Branding & Public Relations

MS Office proficiency

Report Writing

Professionalism

Initiative

Customer-Centric Attitude

Education

National Senior Certificate

Certificate or Diploma in Sales and Marketing

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leader in South African Interior Design, is looking for a Contracts Sales Consultant. The role is to promote and sell merchandise within a designated area, develop new business opportunities, and meet assigned sales targets. The role is customer-facing and requires excellent product knowledge and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

1. Sales & Target Achievement (30%)
   • Visit clients regularly as per the contact plan
   • Promote and demonstrate product ranges and samples
   • Achieve monthly and quarterly sales KPIs
   • Advise clients on product suitability, pricing, and care
   • Process orders and assist with account applications
   • Ensure showroom and policy compliance
2. New Business Development (40%)
   • Identify potential clients and pursue sales leads
   • Attend industry-related exhibitions and workshops
   • Promote brand awareness and grow client base
3. Customer Relationship Management (10%)
   • Manage back-order lists and provide timely updates
   • Handle queries and complaints courteously and efficiently
   • Maintain ongoing client communication and feedback loops
4. Financial Administration (10%)
   • Assist with payment collections
   • Resolve account / payment issues before sales are finalized
   • Accurately process COD payments
5. Reporting & Budget Management (5%)
   • Collaborate on setting and tracking sales budgets
   • Attend weekly sales meetings
   • Submit regular sales, market, and competitor reports

Requirements

• Education: National Senior Certificate
• Preferred: Certificate or Diploma in Sales and Marketing
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in a sales role, preferably in a retail or wholesale environment
• Industry Knowledge: Exposure to interior design is an advantage
• License: Valid Drivers License (Code B)
• Languages: Fluent in English and at least one other South African language
• Key Skills & Competencies: Sales & Negotiation; Product Knowledge; Presentation & Communication Skills; Database & CRM Management; Market Research & Campaign Implementation; Branding & Public Relations; MS Office proficiency; Report Writing; Professionalism, Initiative, Customer-Centric Attitude