Direct Sales Agent

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

Job summary

A leading renewable energy provider is seeking Direct Sales Agents to engage customers for solar power and backup solutions. This role requires strong sales skills, with the potential to earn based on performance. Agents will communicate benefits effectively and assist customers in the application process for energy subscriptions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in B2C sales, preferably in energy or subscriptions.
• Confidence in cold approaching customers.
• Ability to overcome objections and meet sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Approach and engage potential customers for solar solutions.
• Explain benefits of energy solutions and assist with applications.
• Meet daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.

Skills

Sales closing skills

Customer engagement

Interpersonal skills

Persuasive communication

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.