External Sales Executive

Talent Fox SA; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety solutions provider in Durban is seeking a Sales Representative to drive new business growth and maintain relationships with medium-to-large clients. The candidate will be responsible for identifying opportunities, conducting site surveys, and ensuring sales targets are met. With a requirement of at least 5 years in field sales and fire safety expertise, this role offers a salary of R18,000 - R24,000 plus commission and tools of trade.

Benefits

Commission

Tools of the Trade

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ field sales experience required.
• Experience in fire safety or fire training industry is a must.
• Proven ability to achieve and exceed sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Conduct site surveys and client meetings.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients.

Skills

Field sales experience

Fire safety knowledge

CRM proficiency

Sales target achievement

Job description

The Sales Representative is responsible for driving new business growth and maintaining strong relationships with medium-to-large clients. This role involves proactively identifying opportunities, conducting client meetings and site surveys, and presenting solutions within the fire safety / fire training product offering. The focus is on consistently achieving monthly sales targets and contributing to overall business retention and revenue expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, prospect and secure new business opportunities.
• Conduct site surveys on fire systems and client premises.
• Present company products / services to stakeholders at all business levels.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients
• Follow up on quotes and proposals to secure orders.
• Manage client accounts to ensure ongoing satisfaction and repeat business.
• Maintain high responsiveness to client inquiries and requirements.
• Manage and update CRM with accurate and timeous information.
• Prepare weekly reports on pipeline, activities, and achieved sales.
• Complete trip sheets and mileage logs for fuel reimbursement.
• Maintain documentation relating to quotes, site assessments, and contracts.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure operational alignment.
• Provide client feedback to support service improvements

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ proven field sales experience.
• Fire safety / fire training industry experience is mandatory.
• Strong track record in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Competent and confident using CRM systems.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport (business mileage reimbursed).

Salary : R18 000 - R24 000 + Commission + Tools of the Trade.

To apply, send your CV via email with the heading "Sales Executive"