External Sales Representative (Sales Area Manager)

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an External Sales Representative to join their Port Elizabeth team. The role focuses on achieving sales targets, managing client relationships, and developing new business opportunities across the Eastern Cape. Candidates should have 3–5 years of sales experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work independently. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This is a permanent position offering an opportunity to contribute to company growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ external sales experience, preferably in relevant industries.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Maintain and grow client relationships.
• Identify and secure new business.
• Conduct site assessments and evaluations.
• Prepare and present quotations and proposals.
• Coordinate installation schedules and sign-offs.
• Complete sales reports and administrative tasks.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Job description

2025-12-04 - 2026-02-02

Permanent

PE001470

External Sales Representative / Sales Area Manager

Industry: Racking, Shelving, Material Handling, Technical, Industrial

Location: Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), Eastern Cape

Reporting to: National Sales Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking a driven, confident, and self‑motivated External Sales Representative (Sales Area Manager) to join our Port Elizabeth team. This role focuses on achieving monthly sales budgets, nurturing existing client relationships, developing new business opportunities, completing site visits, and managing day‑to‑day sales administration, reporting, and installation scheduling/sign‑off processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve and exceed monthly and annual sales targets.
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients.
• Proactively identify and secure new business throughout the Eastern Cape region.
• Conduct on‑site assessments, measurements, and technical evaluations for client requirements.
• Prepare and present quotations, proposals, and product solutions.
• Coordinate installation schedules and ensure proper project sign‑offs.
• Complete weekly and monthly sales reports and administrative tasks.
• Represent the company professionally at all times and uphold brand reputation.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid driver’s licence and reliable own vehicle.
• Based in Port Elizabeth with willingness to travel extensively within the Eastern Cape.
• 3–5 years’ external sales experience, preferably within racking, shelving, material handling, or related technical/industrial products.
• Strong organisational, planning, and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage a sales pipeline, and operate with minimal supervision.