External Sales Representative

Stratostaff; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent welding solutions provider based in Durban is looking for an External Sales Representative. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background, experience in B2B sales, and the ability to build lasting customer relationships. Responsibilities include cold calling, customer training, and achieving sales targets. A matric qualification and a valid driver's license are essential. This contract position offers an opportunity to grow in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an External Sales Rep.
• Valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle - essential.
• Excellent sales track record.

Responsibilities

• Calling on existing customers.
• Cold calling on potential customers.
• Promoting the company.
• Training customers in the use of our products.
• Achieve growth and sales targets.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships.

Skills

Sales Experience

B2B Sales

Time Management

Customer Service

Cold Calling

Retail Sales

Territory Management

Upselling

Product Demos

Negotiation

Education

Matric

Tertiary qualification advantageous

Job description

Our client a specialist with abroad range of quality welding and cutting products along with technically proficient staff we have always stayed true to our principle of giving our clients the best welding solutions.

These products are distributed throughout Sub Saharan Africa from our warehouses utilising an intensive distributor network.

About the company :

Various safety-focused products and services within the welding industry.

Its often associated with companies and brands that prioritize worker safety in welding operations.

Specific examples include safety equipment tools and even flooring solutions that enhance safety in welding environments.

Job Role : External Sales Representative

Location : Durban

Industry : Manufacturing

Qualification and Requirements

• Matric.
• Tertiary qualification advantageous.
• Proven experience as an External Sales Rep.
• Valid drivers license and own reliable vehicle - essential
• Excellent sales track record.

Role & Responsibilities :

Calling on existing customers

Cold calling on potential customers

Promoting the company

Promoting our products

Training customers in the use of our products

Analysing customer purchases and identifying gaps

Processing quotes

Processing orders

Assisting with customer payment collections

Assisting with stock takes

Participating in internal training

Achieve growth and achieve sales targets.

Implement and maintain a sales system to ensure successful quoting to delivery transition with consideration for the factory planning requirements.

Design and implement a strategic sales and marketing plan that delivers new business growth.

Identify leads manage and call on prospects and acquire new business.

Build and promote strong long-lasting customer relationships by partnering with them and understanding their needs.

Deliver compelling presentations and demonstrations to potential customers.

Achieve budgeted annual and monthly sales performance targets while maintaining budgeted GP.

Present monthly sales reports and realistic forecasts for sales pipeline.

Prepare and deliver quotations and follow up with key decision makers.

Develop and maintain an awareness of market behaviour and competitive trends and respond accordingly.

Regular meetings with managers and the sales teams to review weekly activities progress and pipeline insights to customers.

Provide excellent aftersales support to ensure customer satisfaction and encourage repeat business.

We are committed to locating the ideal job for you so we kindly advise against paying for this service. There are no costs associated with securing employment with us.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Sales Experience,B2B Sales,Time Management,Customer Service,Cold Calling,Retail Sales,Territory Management,Upselling,Product Demos,Outside Sales,Medicare,negotiation

Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1