External Sales Representative (West Coast - WC)

The Legends Agency; Swartland Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected family-run brick manufacturing company in the Western Cape seeks an External Sales Representative. The role involves driving sales of clay bricks across the West Coast, fostering relationships with builders and architects, and maintaining exceptional customer service standards. Candidates should have proven sales experience, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sales experience, preferably in construction or building materials.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Valid South African driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell clay bricks throughout the West Coast.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers and site managers.
• Manage product promotion and stock levels in stores.

Skills

Sales

New Business Development

Business Development

Customer Relationship

Logistics Management

Education

Matric or relevant tertiary certificate

Job description

External Sales Representative (West Coast - WC)

Drive Sales Growth in a Leading Western Cape Brick Manufacturer

Sales R32,000 + AA travel rates, R1,000 cellphone allowance

Working Hours: 8AM- 5PM

About Our Client

Our client is a respected third-generation family-run business that manufactures top-quality clay bricks and masonry products. Based in the Western Cape, their products are a staple among builders and developers in the region. With a commitment to sustainability and efficiency, they launched a high-capacity, eco-conscious factory in 2019. As the company continues to expand, they are looking for passionate individuals to help grow its footprint in key areas.

The Role: External Sales Representative

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team as an External Sales Representative. Your primary mission is to promote and grow product sales across the West Coast region, while maintaining excellent customer relationships and ensuring accurate order handling and delivery processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively promote and sell clay bricks and related products throughout the West Coast
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, site managers, architects, and designers
• Visit construction sites and retail outlets to ensure proper product representation
• Manage in-store product promotion and stock levels
• Resolve customer complaints and site issues quickly and effectively
• Keep accurate sales and admin records; update CRM and ERP systems
• Coordinate with the warehouse and logistics team to ensure correct packaging and deliveries
• Attend weekly meetings at the Paarl office
• Stay updated on industry trends and product knowledge through internal training

About You

• 2+ years of sales experience, preferably in construction or building materials
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable working independently and on the road
• Resilient, solutions-focused, and enthusiastic
• Tech-savvy with basic computer and ERP system proficiency
• Ability to multitask across admin, logistics, and retail environments
• Must be based in the West Coast (Western Cape)
• Valid South African driver's license
• Matric or relevant tertiary certificate

Desired Skills:

• Sales
• New Business Development
• Business Development
• Account Management
• Customer Relationship
• Promotions
• Merchandising
• Logistics Management
• Administrator
• Building