External Sales Rep X2

Chainlink Recruitment Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is looking for an External Sales Representative. You will generate new business opportunities and maintain client relationships within a designated territory. The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of experience in welding sales and possess strong communication skills. This position requires working over weekends and offers a chance to exceed sales targets in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in welding sales, customer service, or a similar role.
• Previous welding experience will be an advantage.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue sales opportunities in assigned areas.
• Conduct regular client visits to present products/services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Provide accurate and timely sales reports and market feedback.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Goal-driven

Self-motivated

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

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.

Key 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.

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