Sales Representative

Status Staffing; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency in Durban is seeking a dynamic Sales Representative to join their team. Candidates should have at least 5 years of sales experience and a relevant tertiary qualification in Sales or Marketing. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential. The role includes researching clients, providing excellent customer service, and conducting site visits. A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are required, along with a clear criminal record.

Benefits

Basic salary of R25 000.00 – R30 000.00

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ sales experience.
• Experience in marketing pallet racking/storage solutions is advantageous.
• Clear criminal and credit record.

Responsibilities

• Proactively research and contact prospective new clients.
• Provide excellent customer service to both new and existing clients.
• Conduct site visits to assess client needs and promote products.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong negotiation skills

Effective conflict resolution abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook

Creativity and initiative

Reliable and trustworthy

Collaborative team player

Education

Completed tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing, Business, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Our client, a reputable company based in Pinetown, Durban, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Representative to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a completed tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing, Business, or a related field, along with a minimum of 5 years’ sales experience. Experience in marketing pallet racking / storage solutions and systems for warehousing and industrial facilities will be advantageous. Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills are essential. The successful applicant must be computer literate, reliable, trustworthy, and a proactive team player with a clear criminal and credit record. A valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle are required.

Position Info

Employment Type: Permanent

Sector: Sales

Basic Salary: R25 000.00 – R30 000.00 + Benefits

Start Date: A.S.A.P / Immediate

Requirements

• Completed tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ sales experience
• Experience in marketing pallet racking / storage solutions and systems for warehousing and industrial facilities will be advantageous
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Effective conflict resolution abilities
• Forward-thinking, with creativity and initiative
• Capable of performing administrative duties as required
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Reliable and trustworthy
• A collaborative team player
• Clear criminal and credit record
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle

Responsibilities

• Proactively research and contact prospective new client
• Provide excellent customer service to both new and existing clients
• Conduct site visits to existing and potential clients to assess needs and promote products and services
• Drive after-sales support and service delivery
• Identify business opportunities and generate leads or enquiries

Marketing

• Conduct market research, including internet searches, to identify potential customers in key market segments
• Generate leads for the branch through targeted marketing efforts
• Actively market and sell the concept of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and other company products

Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 07h30 – 16h30
• Friday: 07h30 – 14h00