Sales Consultant - Pretoria

Headhunters; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Headhunters in Pretoria is seeking a proactive External Sales/Business Development professional within the textiles sector. You will identify opportunities, visit customers face-to-face, present solutions, generate leads, and convert prospects into customers to meet monthly sales targets.

Strong closing, negotiation, and relationship skills are essential. Ideal candidates will have a Matric, 3–5 years external sales experience, and proficient MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 is essential; sales/marketing or textiles qualification preferred.
• 3–5 years external sales experience in relevant industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets.
• Face-to-face customer engagement experience.
• Proficient in MS Office; Excel at least intermediate.
• Strong negotiation and closing skills.
• Self-motivated and target-driven with resilience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Conduct face-to-face customer visits and presentations.
• Generate leads and convert prospects into customers.
• Achieve monthly sales and revenue targets.
• Negotiate pricing and close sales deals.
• Prepare and submit quotations and proposals.

Skills

Face-to-face sales

Negotiation

Closing deals

Prospecting/lead gen

Relationship-building

Presentation/communication

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Time management

Problem-solving

Resilience

Verbal/written comms

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Sales/Marketing or Textile-related qualification

Tools

MS Office – Excel Intermediate

Job description

Requirements:

• Own reliable vehicle
• Valid driver’s license
• Grade 12 / Matric (essential).
• Sales, Marketing, or Industry related qualification. (Textiles - curtaining, upholstery & wallpaper)
• 3-5 years external sales experience.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets.
• Experience in face-to-face customer engagement.
• MS Office – Excel Intermediate
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent closing ability.
• Prospecting and lead generation.
• Relationship-building skills.
• Presentation and communication skills.
• Professional and well-groomed appearance.
• Self-motivated and target driven.
• Confident and persuasive.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Resilient and able to handle rejection.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Professional telephone etiquette.
• Ability to engage with customers at all levels.

Responsibilities:

Sales and Business Development

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Conduct face-to-face customer visits and presentations.
• Generate leads and convert prospects into customers.
• Achieve monthly sales and revenue targets.
• Negotiate pricing and close sales deals.
• Prepare and submit quotations and proposals.

Customer Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Conduct regular customer visits.
• Resolve customer queries and complaints professionally.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
• Follow up on sales opportunities and customer requests.

Market and Territory Management

• Plan and manage daily sales routes and customer visits.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities.
• Identify opportunities for growth within the assigned territory.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activities.

Administration and Reporting

• Submit weekly sales reports.
• Update customer details.
• Maintain records of visits, demo’s, quotations, and sales activities.
• Provide sales forecasts and market feedback.