External Salesperson

University of Fort Hare; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A respected educational institution in Pretoria seeks a dynamic External Sales Person. This hybrid role involves managing internal sales and providing on-the-road client engagement. Candidates must have a Matric and 1-2 years of sales experience, with strong communication skills in Afrikaans and English. Benefits include competitive compensation and opportunities to grow customer relationships.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in technical sales or customer-facing environment.
• Valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle are required.
• Computer literate with technical understanding is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with existing clients.
• Visit clients and provide sales support.
• Conduct product presentations and training.

Skills

Fluency in Afrikaans

Customer-centric approach

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management

Technical aptitude

Education

Matric

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP system

Job description

Monthly Cost To Company (Market related)

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and customer-focused External Sales Person to join our team at the Pretoria branch. This hybrid role offers the perfect balance between in-branch relationship management and on-the-road client engagement. If you enjoy working closely with customers, nurturing long-term partnerships, and promoting technical products, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. In this role, you will spend approximately 50% of your time in-branch managing internal sales and customer support, and 50% on external sales, visiting clients to maintain and grow existing relationships. You will play a key role in ensuring customer satisfaction, achieving sales targets, and representing our brand professionally across all client interactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with existing clients.
• Visit distributors, installers, and commercial customers to provide support and promote products.
• Ensure that in-store displays, marketing materials, and product information are always up to date.
• Identify new business opportunities within the Pretoria region and surrounding areas.
• Conduct product presentations and training sessions for customers and partners.
• Provide accurate feedback and sales reports to the Branch Manager.
• Support internal sales operations, including order processing, handling queries, and resolving customer issues.
• Stay informed about new and existing products to effectively advise clients.
• Contribute to team initiatives, branch meetings, and cross-departmental collaboration.

Requirements

• Matric (a technical or mechanical/electronic background is an advantage).
• 1–2 years’ experience in a technical sales or related customer-facing environment.
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English is essential, as you will interact directly with a largely Afrikaans-speaking customer base.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-centric approach.
• Confident, energetic, and self-motivated, with the ability to manage time effectively.
• Computer literate (MS Office Suite) with exposure to an ERP system.
• Valid driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to work occasional overtime when required.
• Technical aptitude (mechanical or electronic understanding) will be beneficial.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a service-oriented professional who enjoys maintaining relationships and supporting existing clients rather than focusing on aggressive new business development. The ideal candidate will be approachable, proactive, and adaptable, with a genuine interest in delivering value to our customers.

Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.