Field Sales Agent

Herotel 5F74Feffb7E1; KwaNojoli; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Herotel is seeking a Field Sales Agent in Somerset East to proactively identify, approach and convert prospective customers into subscribers. You’ll own the full sales cycle and build your own personalized strategy in a dynamic field role.

You’ll thrive on ownership, independence and commission-driven earnings tied to your performance. A strong customer focus, reliable transport and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and a valid driver's license with reliable transport for field activity.
• Proven outbound sales experience of 1–2 years.
• Target-driven, independent and self-motivated.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with rapport-building ability.
• Fluent in English and local languages; CRM proficiency is a plus.
• Experience selling broadband fibre/LTE/wireless products is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and sell to new and existing customers.
• Upsell and cross-sell where opportunities exist.
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through activation.
• Develop and refine your personal sales strategy.
• Identify opportunities such as housing estates, complexes and business parks.
• Maintain a healthy pipeline of leads at every stage.
• Gather market intelligence on competitors, pricing and sentiment.
• Represent Herotel professionally in the assigned area.
• Submit accurate weekly activity reports on prospects and pipeline.
• Keep CRM records complete and current daily.
• Follow up with warm and unconverted leads.
• Ensure smooth handover to installation and after-sales teams.

Skills

Outbound sales

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Rapport building

Sales consultation

English & local languages

Integrity

Education

Grade 12

Tools

MS Office

CRM systems

Job description

Are you a self starter with a hunger to hunt down your own leads and close deals? Join our Commercial team as a Field Sales Agent in Somerset East, where you'll proactively identify, approach and convert prospective customers into subscribers of our services.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on ownership and independence, loves being out in the field building relationships, and is motivated by commission earnings tied directly to their own performance.

What you'll do:

• Identify and sell to new and existing customers
• Upsell and cross sell where opportunities exist
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to activation
• Develop, own and continuously refine your own personal sales strategy
• Identify new opportunities such as housing estates, complexes and business parks, and build a targeted approach for each
• Maintain a consistently healthy, well qualified pipeline of leads at every stage of the funnel
• Gather and report market intelligence on competitor activity, pricing and customer sentiment
• Represent Herotel professionally and reflect our values in the assigned area
• Submit accurate, timely weekly activity reports covering prospects contacted, pipeline status, sales closed and planned activity
• Keep CRM records complete and current on a daily basis
• Follow up diligently with warm and unconverted leads within agreed timeframes
• Ensure a smooth, quality handover to installation and after sales teams

What you'll need:

• Grade 12
• A valid driver's license and reliable transport for field activity
• A proven track record in outbound sales (minimum one to two years)
• A target driven mindset and the ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly
• Excellent sales and consultation skills
• Fluency in English and applicable local languages
• Proficiency in MS Office and a willingness to learn CRM systems
• High personal integrity
• Experience selling broadband fibre, LTE or wireless internet products, and existing knowledge of the local coverage area, will count in your favour

What we offer:

• Exposure to a dynamic workplace
• A chance to grow your skills through our internal academy
• A friendly, team driven environment
• Group Risk Benefits
• Medical Benefits
• Health and Lifestyle Programmes

Important Disclaimer:

• Please ensure that the information you provide in your application is true, accurate, and correct.
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