External Sales Representative - Johannesburg

Unique Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic External Sales Representative to drive sales in Johannesburg. This role involves generating quality leads, meeting sales targets, and providing exceptional customer service. You will be responsible for building and maintaining customer relationships, offering product training, and managing key accounts. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in sales, particularly in the electrical field, and possess excellent communication skills in both English and Afrikaans. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will make a significant impact on the growth of the business.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years sales experience in the electrical field is essential.
• Ability to read and write in English and Afrikaans is required.

Responsibilities

• Meet sales budgets and create strong customer relationships.
• Provide quotations and manage customer inquiries effectively.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Relationship Management

Technical Sales Support

Lead Generation

Communication Skills

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

National Diploma

N6 Electrical Qualification

Tools

MS Office

Syspro

Job description

Job title: External Sales Representative - Johannesburg

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: April 27, 2025

Job Description

Reporting to the Sales and Marketing Director.

Summary:

• The role of an External Sales Representative is to do Quotes, Quality lead generation and meeting sales targets.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Meeting sales budgets.
• Creating customer relationships.
• Product Training.
• Exhibitions.
• Manage key account customers.
• Preparation of call planning and report back proving after hours customer service when required.
• Service the needs of a company’s existing clients, respond to new sales inquiries and to support the activities of the sales team.
• Receive customer sales inquiries and provide quotations, product/service information support, and pricing details in response to inquiries, promoting the features and benefits of the company’s products/services.
• Receive and manage or escalate customer complaints related to the sale of the company’s products/services.
• Maintain sales statistics and records of sales performance.
• Identify sales leads and supply feedback to line manager.
• Processing quotes.
• Handling of repairs (making sure paperwork is correct).
• Rotating stock at customer.
• Providing Technical information and solutions to customers and staff.
• Complying with any reasonable tasks given by all members of management from time to time.

Inherent Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• National Diploma Preferred.
• N6 Electrical Qualification.
• At least 4-5 years Sales Experience in the Electrical Field.
• Ability to both read and write English and Afrikaans.
• Basic computer skills with proficiency in MS Office.
• Previous experience in Syspro will be an advantage.
• Sales / Retail / Business Development jobs.