EXTERNAL SALES CONSULTANT – FOOD INGREDIENTS (RIVONIA, JOHANNESBURG)

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

Job summary

A reputable educational institution seeks an External Sales Consultant in Sandton, Gauteng, specializing in food ingredients. The role emphasizes driving sales and developing customer relationships through proactive client engagement. Candidates should have 1-2 years of sales experience, preferably in the food industry, and must be bilingual in English & Afrikaans. A strong hunter mindset and own transport are essential. This position offers a permanent contract with an opportunity to grow within the sector.

Qualifications

• Background in food ingredients or related industries.
• 1-2 years’ experience in internal or external sales.
• Strong hunter mindset and target-driven.
• Enjoys and excels in face-to-face customer interactions.
• Bilingual in English & Afrikaans preferred.
• Own transport essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and build strong customer relationships within the food ingredients sector.
• Focus on growing existing accounts and acquiring new clients through proactive engagement.
• Provide technical support when needed to customers and prospects.

Skills

Sales growth

Customer relationship building

Technical support

Proactive engagement

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Formal training in food science, technology, or chemical field

Job description

Overview

EXTERNAL SALES CONSULTANT – FOOD INGREDIENTS (RIVONIA, JOHANNESBURG)

Dates: 2025-12-04 to 2026-01-03 • Status: Permanent

Job code: NEL012526

Drive sales and develop customer relationships within the food ingredients sector. Focus on growing existing accounts and acquiring new clients through proactive, face-to-face engagement, providing technical support when needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and build strong customer relationships within the food ingredients sector.
• Focus on growing existing accounts and acquiring new clients through proactive, face-to-face engagement.
• Provide technical support when needed to customers and prospects.

Qualifications

• Background in food ingredients or related industries.
• 1–2 years’ experience in internal or external sales.
• Strong hunter mindset and target-driven.
• Enjoys and excels in face-to-face customer interactions.
• Grade 12 / Matric; formal training in food science, technology, chemical field, or related discipline is advantageous.
• Bilingual in English & Afrikaans preferred.
• Own transport essential.

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