Field Sales Agent

Herotel Telecoms (Pty) Ltd; Theunissen; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal academy

Team environment

Group risk benefits

Medical benefits

Health & lifestyle programs

Job summary

Herotel Telecoms (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Field Sales Agent in the Free State region (Ladybrandt, Theunissen, Brandfort). You will identify, approach and convert prospects into subscribers, driving growth through a proactive field presence and a strong sales pipeline.

The role rewards ownership with commission-driven earnings and requires resilience, rapport-building skills, and a proven track record in outbound sales. You will report to the Commercial team and partner with support functions.

Qualifications

• Experience in outbound sales and building client relationships.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and sell to new and existing customers.
• Upsell and cross-sell where opportunities exist.
• Manage full sales cycle from initial contact to activation.
• Develop and refine your own personal sales strategy.
• Identify opportunities in housing estates, complexes and business parks.
• Maintain a healthy pipeline of leads at all stages.

Skills

Outbound sales

Independent worker

Interpersonal skills

CRM experience

MS Office

Education

Grade 12

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

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 Free State: Ladybrandt, Theunissen, Brandfort, 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

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