Freestate - Power Tools Sales Representative

Express Employment Professionals Midrand; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Representative in Bloemfontein to grow business by identifying leads and servicing retail accounts. The ideal candidate has a Grade 12 and a tertiary qualification in Sales or Marketing, with at least 5 years of experience in the retail or hardware sector. Key skills include sales and negotiation, effective communication, and customer service orientation. This role includes a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

50% Company contribution for medical aid

Provident fund

Company laptop and vehicle

Life, disability & funeral cover

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in the retail/hardware/power tool sector.
• Proficient driving experience with a valid driver's license.
• Reside in Bloemfontein preferably.

Responsibilities

• Identify prospects and leads to grow business and achieve sales targets.
• Service existing retail accounts and maintain business relationships.
• Ensure products are well-merchandised and prominently displayed.
• Monitor stock levels and liaise with stores for replenishment.
• Conduct product training and promotions in-store.
• Complete reporting, administrative tasks, and provide market feedback.

Skills

Sales and negotiation abilities

Customer service oriented

Strong planning and time-management

Team player with a positive attitude

Effective communication

Education

Grade 12

Tertiary qualification in Sales and/or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Kerridge (K8)

Job description

Responsibilities

Identify prospects and leads to grow business in your area to achieve and exceed monthly sales targets.

Service existing retail accounts and maintain positive business relationships.

Ensure products are well‑merchandised, correctly stocked, and prominently displayed.

Monitor stock levels and liaise with stores to ensure timely replenishment of products.

Conduct product training and promotions in-store where required.

Complete daily and weekly call cycles, reporting, and administrative tasks and provide feedback on market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.

Learn technical details about our products to explain alternative uses and applications.

Process orders and credits and follow through.

Attend sales educational training, events and expos.

Arrange and attend in-store demonstrations.

Qualifications & Knowledge

Grade 12.

A tertiary qualification in Sales and / or Marketing or studying towards one will be an advantage.

Computer skills : Microsoft Office & Kerridge (K8).

Other

Proficient driving experience with a valid driver's license.

Live in Bloemfontein preferably.

Willing to travel & sleep out.

Skills & Experience

Minimum 5 years experience (preferably in the retail / hardware / power tool sector).

Self‑motivated, energetic, and target driven.

Strong sales and negotiation abilities.

Professional, reliable, and customer service oriented.

Able to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with retail staff and managers.

Organized with strong planning and time‑management abilities.

A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile.

Salary, Commission and Benefits

Gross package :

Basic salary (cash) : R5 659.60 p / m

Commission : -+ R 15000.00 to R20 000.00 p / m (Based on current sales in the region)

Incentive : R1 500 p / m when target is reached

Medical aid : 50% Company contribution for employee, spouse, + children (optional after 3 months) Any plan of Medihelp & Discovery

Provident fund : R987 p / m Company contribution (optional for employee to add additional funds)

Other benefits : Life, disability & funeral cover Momentum Insurance

Healthy Company benefits : Emotional, financial, physical wellbeing & legal support - Discovery Health

Company laptop & data, cellphone, vehicle (fringe benefit tax applies for the personal use of the vehicle. Excludes private fuel; Includes maintenance, services, tolls).