Direct Sales Agent

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

Job summary

A leading renewable-energy provider is seeking Direct Sales Agents in South Africa to promote solar and backup solutions. This role requires engaging customers, explaining product benefits, and meeting sales targets. Ideal candidates should have experience in B2C sales, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build trust quickly.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in B2C sales, particularly in energy or subscriptions.
• Strong ability to overcome objections and meet sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Engage potential customers to promote solar power subscriptions.
• Deliver and explain energy solutions focusing on benefits.
• Plan and cover assigned sales territories efficiently.

Skills

Sales closing skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer centricity

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.