External Sales Representative

Chainlink Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

Chainlink Recruitment is looking for dynamic Sales Representatives to join their team in South Africa, Gauteng, Pretoria. The candidate must have a minimum of 5 years' sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and exceptional communication abilities. The role involves managing key accounts, developing client relationships, and conducting presentations. A valid driver's license and a clear criminal record are mandatory. Candidates with hospitality industry experience will be given preference.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ industry-related sales experience.
• Proven ability to negotiate at corporate level.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing key accounts and closing high-value deals.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational ability.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Clear criminal record.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline.
• Reliable transport to and from the office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Identify sales opportunities and convert leads into successful deals.
• Conduct client visits, presentations, and product demonstrations.
• Negotiate pricing and terms at both operational and corporate level.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and activity reports.
• Resolve customer queries and troubleshoot issues effectively.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organisational ability

Education

Matric and/or Diploma / Certificate

Job description

We are seeking dynamic and driven Sales Representatives to join a growing team in Germiston. This role require confident communicators with strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage professionally at both operational and corporate levels.

The Senior Sales Representative will manage larger portfolios, negotiate at corporate level, and drive strategic business development.

Both roles require reliability, professionalism, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Senior Sales Representative (3–5 Years)

• Minimum 5 years’ industry?related sales experience
• Proven ability to negotiate at corporate level
• Strong troubleshooting and problem?solving skills
• Experience managing key accounts and closing high?value deals
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational ability
• Matric and/or Diploma / Certificate
• Valid driver’s licence
• Clear criminal record
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline
• Reliable transport to and from the office

Preference will be given to candidates with

• Experience in the hospitality industry (wine farms, hotels, restaurants, venues, etc.)
• Exposure to corporates in the alcohol, hospitality, or accommodation sectors
• Experience in high-end furniture retail or similar premium product environments

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients
• Identify sales opportunities and convert leads into successful deals
• Conduct client visits, presentations, and product demonstrations
• Negotiate pricing and terms at both operational and corporate level
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and activity reports
• Resolve customer queries and troubleshoot issues effectively
• Maintain a high level of product knowledge and industry awareness
• Represent the company professionally at all times