Field Sales Consultant

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + commission

Travel allowance

Comprehensive training

Career progression

Supportive management

Regional exposure

Performance incentives

Tools and resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Field Sales Consultant to serve Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will engage with potential clients in homes or businesses, understand needs, present tailored solutions, and close sales for a range of offerings.

This hands-on role involves travel within the Mossel Bay region and outdoor, client-facing work. The ideal candidate has proven field sales experience, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a drive to hit targets.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in field sales, direct sales, or a customer-facing sales role.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• A results-oriented mindset with a strong drive to achieve sales goals.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a field-based role.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation.
• Comfortable working outdoors and traveling extensively within the Mossel Bay area.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further sales or business training is a plus.
• Ability to learn product knowledge quickly and present it clearly.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the Mossel Bay, Western Cape area.
• A proactive and resilient attitude towards sales challenges.

Responsibilities

• Conduct direct sales activities within the designated Mossel Bay territory, meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Engage with potential customers in person to understand their needs and present appropriate product/service solutions.
• Clearly explain product features, benefits, pricing, and service terms to prospective clients.
• Build rapport and trust with customers to facilitate the sales process.
• Process sales orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring all required documentation is completed.
• Follow up with leads and existing customers to ensure satisfaction and identify further opportunities.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times while representing the company.
• Provide market feedback and customer insights to the sales management team.
• Adhere to all company sales policies and procedures.
• Manage your daily schedule effectively to maximize client interactions and sales opportunities within Western Cape.

Skills

Field sales

Direct sales

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About the Role Our client, a national provider of essential services and solutions, is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Field Sales Consultant to serve the Mossel Bay, Western Cape area. This role is critical for expanding our client's customer base by engaging directly with potential clients in their homes or businesses. You will be responsible for understanding customer needs, presenting tailored solutions, and closing sales for our client's range of offerings. The ideal candidate thrives in an outdoor, client-facing environment, possesses excellent communication and persuasive skills, and is driven by achieving sales targets. This is a hands-on sales position requiring significant travel within the Mossel Bay region. You will be empowered with product knowledge and sales tools to effectively represent our client and build strong relationships within the local community. Join a company that values its employees and offers a rewarding career path in field sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct direct sales activities within the designated Mossel Bay territory, meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Engage with potential customers in person to understand their needs and present appropriate product/service solutions.
• Clearly explain product features, benefits, pricing, and service terms to prospective clients.
• Build rapport and trust with customers to facilitate the sales process.
• Process sales orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring all required documentation is completed.
• Follow up with leads and existing customers to ensure satisfaction and identify further opportunities.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times while representing the company.
• Provide market feedback and customer insights to the sales management team.
• Adhere to all company sales policies and procedures.
• Manage your daily schedule effectively to maximize client interactions and sales opportunities within Western Cape.

Requirements

• Proven experience in field sales, direct sales, or a customer-facing sales role.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• A results-oriented mindset with a strong drive to achieve sales goals.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a field-based role.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation.
• Comfortable working outdoors and traveling extensively within the Mossel Bay area.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further sales or business training is a plus.
• Ability to learn product knowledge quickly and present it clearly.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the Mossel Bay, Western Cape area.
• A proactive and resilient attitude towards sales challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive commission structure.
• Commission earned on every sale, directly rewarding performance.
• Travel allowance and potential for fuel reimbursement.
• Comprehensive training on products, services, and sales techniques.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the sales team.
• A supportive management team focused on your success.
• Exposure to diverse customer interactions in the Mossel Bay region.
• Stable employment with a reputable organization.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Contribution towards essential business tools and resources.