External Sales

Chainlink Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an External Sales Representative in Cape Town. You will generate new business, maintain client relationships, and achieve sales targets. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in welding sales and strong communication skills. This role involves regular client visits and participation in events. Salary and benefits are competitive.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in welding sales or customer service.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and goal-driven.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue sales opportunities in assigned areas.
• Conduct regular client visits to present products/services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Goal-driven

Time management

Detail-oriented

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

External Sales Representative to join our growing team.

In this role, you will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, building, and maintaining client relationships, and achieving sales targets through face-to-face meetings, client visits, and networking within a designated territory.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue sales opportunities in assigned areas.
• Conduct regular client visits to present products/services and provide solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Provide accurate and timely sales reports, forecasts, and market feedback.
• Participate in trade shows, exhibitions, and networking events. Which will require you to work over week ends.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., customer service, marketing) to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, competitors, and market developments.

Qualifications

• Between 3- and 5-years’ experience in welding sales, customer service, or a similar role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous welding experience will be an advantage.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Goal-driven and self-motivated