External Sales Representative, Gauteng

University of Fort Hare; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an External Sales Representative for a permanent role in Gauteng. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of external sales experience in the flexible plastics industry and be fluent in multiple languages. Responsibilities include generating leads, negotiating sales, and collaborating with internal teams. The position offers market-related salary and requires travel within Gauteng. Interested candidates should send their CV and salary expectations via email.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in external sales in the flexible plastics industry.
• Able to work unsupervised.
• Valid driver's license and willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Generate leads and achieve sales targets.
• Conduct meetings and present solutions.
• Negotiate sales agreements and provide contracts.
• Analyze market trends to identify opportunities.

Skills

External sales experience

Knowledge of extrusion process

Fluent in English, Afrikaans and/or Zulu

Computer literacy

Client engagement skills

Sales negotiation skills

Positive attitude

Education

Grade 12

Job description

We are seeking an External Sales Representative for a permanent role based in Boksburg / Heriotdale, Gauteng.

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• Grade 12 with 5+ years’ experience in external sales in the flexible plastics industry
• Knowledge of extrusion process / industry and able to work unsupervised
• Fluent in English, Afrikaans and / or Zulu advantageous and good computer literacy
• Valid drivers license and willing to travel within Gauteng province and occasionally outside
• Able to source business from cold calling and carry through to sale conclusion
• Proven sales track record in the flexible plastics industry market
• Empathetic towards clients and have an upbeat & positive attitude

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Generate leads, engage clients, negotiate sales agreements, achieve sales targets
• Lead generation – identify/qualify clients; build a sales pipeline
• Client engagement – conduct meetings; presentations and demonstrations; understand client’s needs; build relationships
• Sales negotiation – negotiate terms and conditions; provide quotes, proposals & contracts
• Market research – stay updated with market trends; analyze market to identify opportunities
• Collaboration/internal teams – work closely with marketing for new business opportunities
• Sales reporting – keep detailed sales activity records; submit reports on achievements
• Sales target – set/achieve sales targets; strive to exceed sales goals
• Call cycle management – develop outreach plan; create client schedule; follow up on leads; gather client feedback

Salary: Market related

To apply, email detailed CV and supporting documentation, including salary requirements, to [e-mail]

If you do not receive a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.