KZN External Sales Rep — Timber & Building

Kamo Placements CC; KwaZulu-Natal; Presencial; ZAR 335.000 - 391.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Fort Hare in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced External Sales Consultant to own the KZN territory, drive new business, grow existing accounts, and strengthen relationships with retail hardware merchants. You will conduct regular customer visits, identify opportunities, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure exceptional service and product movement.

Applicants with timber sales experience and an established KZN network will excel.

Formación

• 5–10 years external sales experience, preferably within timber/building materials.
• Established relationships with retail hardware merchants across KZN.
• Proven track record of managing and developing a sales territory.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer relationship management and business development abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a portfolio of existing customers while actively identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Conduct regular customer visits and sales calls across the KZN territory.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with retail hardware merchants and other customers.
• Drive sales growth and achieve agreed turnover and profitability targets.
• Identify opportunities to expand product ranges and increase sales across existing accounts.
• Introduce and negotiate new product ranging opportunities with customers.
• Develop promotional initiatives with retailers to support sales and product movement.
• Work closely with internal teams, including logistics, marketing, and sales, to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Process customer orders and follow up on outstanding requirements to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Review sales information and market trends to identify potential growth opportunities.
• Monitor competitor activity and provide relevant market feedback to management.
• Assist customers with product knowledge and coordinate in-store training for retail staff where required.
• Support the effective sell-through of surplus, slow-moving, or aged stock.
• Represent the company at relevant trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events.
• Maintain accurate sales records, reports, correspondence, and other required administration.
• Provide regular updates to management regarding territory performance, customer developments, and business opportunities.
• Travel extensively throughout KZN, with occasional overnight stays required.

Conocimientos

External sales

Territory management

Communication

CRM

Microsoft Office

Educación

Relevant tertiary qualification in Sales/Marketing or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

University of Fort Hare in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced External Sales Consultant to own the KZN territory, drive new business, grow existing accounts, and strengthen relationships with retail hardware merchants. You will conduct regular customer visits, identify opportunities, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure exceptional service and product movement.

Applicants with timber sales experience and an established KZN network will excel.