Sales Representative

Euro Brass; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable supplier of hardware products seeks a Retail Hardware Sales Representative in Cape Town. The role involves managing client relationships, acquiring new customers, and promoting a range of products in the retail hardware market. Candidates should have industry-related experience and strong negotiation skills. Compensation includes a basic salary, vehicle allowance, and commission structure.

Benefits

Basic salary

Vehicle allowance

Commission structure

Company phone

Laptop

Fuel/expense card

Qualifications

• Experience in hardware, ironmongery, or security products industry.
• Strong existing relationships with hardware stores and distributors.
• Knowledge of door hardware, locks, and related products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with hardware retail clients.
• Prospect and acquire new customers within the assigned region.
• Promote and sell the company's range of products.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

Job Title : Retail Hardware Sales Representative (Ironmongery & Security Products) Location : Northern Suburbs, Boland, Helderberg, Overberg and Garden Route

About the Company : We are a growing supplier of ironmongery, door hardware, and security products to retail hardware stores across South Africa.

Our mission : We are dedicated to providing quality products, excellent service, and long-term value to our customers.

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Sales Representative with strong industry experience and established customer relationships in the retail hardware market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strong relationships with existing hardware retail clients and identify opportunities for growth.
• Prospect and acquire new customers within the assigned region.
• Promote and sell the company's range of ironmongery, door hardware, and security products to retailers, builders, and contractors.
• Conduct regular sales visits to customers to present new products, handle inquiries, and follow up on orders.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure timely deliveries, accurate pricing, and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify new sales opportunities and report on these through the CRM platform.
• Meet or exceed monthly sales targets and other performance objectives.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product features, pricing, and technical specifications.
• Prepare and submit weekly market information, sales reports and forecasts to management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in the hardware, ironmongery, or security products industry will be advantageous.
• Strong existing relationships with hardware stores, distributors & construction companies in the area.
• Ability to perform consistently under pressure.
• Knowledge of door hardware, locks, hinges, handles, and related security products.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated, reliable, target-driven, and able to work independently.
• Valid driver's license and own reliable transport is a must.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and CRM software will be an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Product and market knowledge
• Relationship management
• Ability to sell value & quality
• Time management and planning
• Professional presentation and communication
• Customer focus and problem-solving ability

Remuneration & Benefits

Basic salary, vehicle allowance plus commission structure, company phone, laptop & fuel / expense card. Details to be discussed during interview.

Applications close 31 October