Direct Sales Agent

University of Fort Hare; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable-energy provider seeks Direct Sales Agents to drive sales of solar power and backup solutions. Candidates should have at least 3 years of B2C sales experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage customers effectively. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on creating sustainable energy solutions for homes and businesses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in B2C sales, preferably in energy or subscriptions.
• Able to communicate technical information clearly to customers.
• Strong track record of meeting sales targets in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Engage potential customers and promote solar power subscriptions.
• Explain energy solutions benefits and address customer needs.
• Meet or exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.

Skills

Sales closing

Communication

Customer-centric approach

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Our client, a renewable‑energy provider offering solar power and backup solutions through an affordable, subscription-based model is looking for Direct Sales Agents.

Responsibilities:

• Approach and engage potential customers at homes or businesses to promote solar and backup power subscriptions.
• Explain and demonstrate how the energy solutions work (solar, battery backups, portable units), focusing on benefits like zero upfront cost, load-shedding protection, and long-term savings.
• Assess the customer’s current power situation, needs, and location suitability for solar or backup units.
• Deliver compelling sales pitches tailored to the customer’s needs using clear, professional, and persuasive communication.
• Handle objections with confidence and professionalism, guiding customers toward the best subscription plan for their situation.
• Assist customers in completing online or paper-based application forms on-site, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Plan and cover assigned residential or commercial zones efficiently, logging daily activities and progress.
• Meet or exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets; maintain accurate records of customer interactions and signed deals.

Requirements:

• at least 3 years of experience in B2C sales, especially in energy, telecoms, insurance, or subscriptions, is a strong advantage.
• Confident in cold approaching customers face-to-face.
• Strong sales closing skills and ability to overcome objections.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed targets in a high-pressure environment.
• Comfortable explaining technical products in simple terms.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to build trust quickly and connect with diverse communities.
• Persuasive, authentic, and customer-centric.