External Sales Rep (Construction Sector)

Zest Worx; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Johannesburg is seeking an External Sales Representative familiar with the construction sector. You will build strong customer relationships, prospect new clients, and manage accounts. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in technical sales, excellent communication skills, and a strong product knowledge. This role offers competitive remuneration and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in a technical sales environment.
• Confident, articulate and presentable.
• Stable track record in previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Service the customer base effectively and build strong relationships.
• Prospect for new customers and market products.
• Manage customer complaints and ensure timely responses.

Skills

Technical sales skills

Professional communication

Time and territory management

Customer relationship management

Product knowledge

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

External Sales Rep (Construction Sector) – Johannesburg.

Our client in the manufacturing sector is looking for an External Sales Rep that is familiar with selling in the construction sector or a similar technical environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Service the customer base effectively and build strong relationships
• Prospect for new customers
• Have good product knowledge
• Effective marketing of new and existing products
• Effective lead management
• Familiarity with market and market trends
• Proper administration of CRM
• Adherence to sales policies and procedures
• Timeous and effective response to customer complaints
• Contribution to the team effort
• Reporting

Requirements:

• A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous
• Professional communication and listening skills
• Technical sales skills and experience
• Dealing with different personalities
• Time and territory management
• Computer literate – MS Office, CRM
• At least 5 years’ experience in a technical sales environment
• Stable track record
• Confident, articulate and presentable
• Honest and of high energy