External Sales Representative (JB6285)

Kontak; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 152,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission

Company car (For client visits)

Fuel

Cell phone

Laptop

3 months Probation to Permanent

Job summary

You must have a Grade 12, a valid driver's license, and own vehicle. The package includes a base of R15 000 per month, with commission, a company car for client visits, fuel, cellphone and laptop, and weekend/holiday work as required.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 12
• Valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle
• 2 years sales experience advantageous
• Ability to generate own leads and source new business
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Presentable, professional, and well-organised
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• Willing to work occasional weekends/public holidays for events

Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities through prospecting and cold calling
• Develop and manage relationships within the assigned territory
• Attend client meetings and sales presentations
• Plan and optimise daily/weekly sales routes
• Meet sales targets and maximise commission opportunities
• Provide timely sales administration and accurate records
• Support promotional events and product launches as required
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain customer satisfaction

Skills

Lead generation

Negotiation

Relationship building

Time management

Self-motivated

Coachable

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

External Sales Representative (JB6285)
Cornubia, KZN
R15 000.00 a month + Commission + Company car (For client visits) + Fuel + Cell phone + Laptop
3 months Probation to Permanent

A growing organisation within the food and beverage industry is looking for driven and ambitious Sales Representatives to join its team in Cornubia. This is an outbound sales role focused on generating new business, developing customer relationships, and growing market share. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, results-driven, coachable, and eager to learn, with the ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Valid driver's license
• Own reliable vehicle for commuting to and from work
• Minimum 2 years sales experience advantageous
• Ability to generate own leads and source new business opportunities
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Presentable and professional
• Excellent administration and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective time management and route planning skills
• Ability to work independently and manage own schedule
• Willingness to work occasional weekends and public holidays when required for promotional events
• Self-motivated and results-driven
• Strong work ethic and accountability
• Coachable and eager to learn
• Adaptable and solutions-oriented
• Reliable, and trustworthy
• Positive attitude with a willingness to develop and grow
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Generate new business opportunities through prospecting and cold calling
• Identify and develop new customer relationships within the assigned territory
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers
• Schedule and attend client meetings and sales presentations
• Manage and plan daily and weekly sales routes effectively
• Achieve sales targets and maximise commission-earning opportunities
• Conduct regular customer visits and follow-ups
• Source and manage leads independently
• Handle all sales-related administration accurately and timeously
• Update customer records, spreadsheets, databases, and sales reports
• Maintain detailed records of customer interactions and sales activities
• Assist with promotional events, product launches, and marketing initiatives when required
• Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure customer satisfaction
• Monitor market activity and identify opportunities for business growth
• Represent the company professionally at all times
• Contribute to the continued growth and expansion of the business
• Demonstrate long-term commitment and potential for future career advancement within the organisation

Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.