External Sales Rep (Construction Sector)

Zest Worx; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an External Sales Rep to drive growth in the construction sector. This role involves servicing existing customers, prospecting for new ones, and leveraging your technical sales skills to promote products effectively. You will be expected to manage customer relationships, adhere to sales policies, and contribute to team efforts. If you have a passion for sales and a solid background in a technical environment, this opportunity offers a dynamic and rewarding career path in a thriving sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a technical sales environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Service customer base and build strong relationships.
• Prospect for new customers and manage leads effectively.

Skills

Technical Sales Skills

Professional Communication

Time and Territory Management

CRM Administration

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