Field Sales Agent

Placements24; Lenasia; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + commission

Flexible schedule

Product training

Community impact

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Field Sales Agent to drive sales within Soweto and surrounding areas. You will identify potential customers, present products, and close sales, all while managing your own territory and schedule.

The role emphasizes direct customer interaction, needs assessment, and overcoming objections to meet sales targets. A flexible, autonomous work arrangement and ongoing product training are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in field sales or direct customer engagement is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to pursuing opportunities.
• Ability to plan territory routes and manage time effectively.
• Resilience and a positive attitude in face of rejection.

Responsibilities

• Engage directly with potential customers in the designated territory to introduce products and services.
• Conduct needs assessments to understand customer requirements and recommend solutions.
• Present product demonstrations and address inquiries and objections.
• Process sales orders accurately and ensure timely follow-up with clients.
• Meet and exceed sales targets and contribute to territory goals.

Skills

Field sales

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Territory planning

Resilience

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and driven Field Sales Agent to represent their brand and drive sales within the Soweto community and surrounding areas. Although this role is listed as remote, it requires active engagement within a designated geographic territory, focusing on direct customer interaction and sales. You will be responsible for identifying potential customers, presenting products and services, and closing sales. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual with strong interpersonal skills to build valuable client relationships and contribute significantly to sales growth in a dynamic, customer-centric market, with the flexibility to manage your own schedule within your territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage directly with potential customers in the designated territory to introduce products and services.
• Conduct needs assessments to understand customer requirements and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Present product demonstrations and effectively handle customer inquiries and objections.
• Process sales orders accurately and ensure timely follow-up with clients.
• Meet and exceed individual sales targets and contribute to overall territory goals.

Requirements

• Previous experience in field sales or direct customer engagement is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach to identifying and pursuing sales opportunities.
• Ability to manage your time effectively and plan your territory route efficiently.
• Resilience and a positive attitude when facing challenges and rejection.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus commission on sales achieved.
• A flexible work schedule allowing for territory management autonomy.
• Comprehensive product training and ongoing sales support.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on the community and build customer loyalty.
• Potential for career advancement within the sales division.