Field Sales Representative

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Field Sales Representative to cover the Northern Cape region, including Upington. You will identify opportunities, present tailored solutions, and close deals while building lasting client relationships.

In this role, you’ll work independently with support from the team, travel within the territory, and benefit from a competitive base salary plus commission, a company vehicle, and comprehensive benefits. This role blends autonomy with active client engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven field/outside sales experience.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to travel across Northern Cape region.
• Valid driver''s license required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prospect new business opportunities within the Northern Cape territory.
• Conduct needs assessments with potential clients to understand challenges.
• Deliver product presentations and demonstrations to key decision-makers.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals to hit revenue targets.
• Maintain accurate records of activities and interactions in the CRM.
• Foster long-term relationships with clients to ensure retention.

Skills

Field sales experience

Communication

Negotiation

Time management

CRM proficiency

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and driven Field Sales Representative to join their team, with a focus on serving clients across the Northern Cape region, including Upington. This role is pivotal in expanding the company's market presence by identifying and securing new business opportunities through direct client engagement. You will be responsible for building relationships, understanding client needs, and presenting tailored solutions to drive sales growth. This position offers a unique blend of independent work and client interaction, ideal for a motivated sales professional looking to make a significant impact in a territory, contributing to the company's success while enjoying the flexibility of a remote-accessible role.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and prospect new business opportunities within the assigned sales territory.
• Conduct in-depth needs assessments with potential clients to understand their challenges.
• Deliver compelling product presentations and demonstrations to key decision-makers.
• Negotiate sales contracts and close deals to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of sales activities and customer interactions in the CRM.
• Foster strong, long-term relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and retention.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a field sales or outside sales role.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to cover the territory.
• Strong understanding of sales principles and techniques.
• Proficiency with CRM software and sales tools.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the Northern Cape region.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Provision of a company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and sales training.
• A supportive company culture that values initiative and performance.