Sales Representative

Global Recruitment SA; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Recruitment SA in the Eastern Cape region is seeking an experienced Sales Representative to maximize branch sales, retain and grow the existing client base, and actively secure new business.

The role emphasizes hunter mentality, strong communication, and solid account management in the plumbing, bathroom, kitchenware, building materials industry.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 equivalent is required.
• Diploma/qualification in Sales & Marketing is advantageous.
• 5–10 years of sales experience in plumbing, bathroom, kitchenware, building materials or related industry.

Responsibilities

• Retain and grow sales from existing clients.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Develop action plans to secure new customers.
• Identify customer needs and prepare quotations.
• Provide product specifications and after-sales support.
• Assist with debtors and credit administration.
• Maintain accurate daily and weekly sales reports.
• Achieve sales targets and budgets.

Skills

Strong sales

Communication

Hunter mentality

Account management

Education

Grade 12

National Diploma in Sales & Marketing

Job description

WE'RE HIRING | SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Eastern Cape | Plumbing & Building Products Industry

Our client, a leading plumbing, bathroom and kitchenware merchant, is seeking an experienced and results-driven Sales Representative to join their team in the Eastern Cape.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maximizing branch sales, retaining and growing the existing client base, and actively securing new business.

Key Responsibilities

• Retain and grow sales from existing clients.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Develop action plans to secure new customers.
• Identify customer needs and prepare quotations.
• Provide product specifications and after-sales support.
• Assist with debtors and credit administration.
• Maintain accurate daily and weekly sales reports.
• Achieve sales targets and budgets.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 essential.
• National Diploma in Sales & Marketing advantageous.
• 5–10 years' sales experience within the plumbing, bathroom, kitchenware, building materials, hardware or related industry.
• Product knowledge advantageous.
• Proven new business development and account management experience.

Key Competencies

• Strong sales and marketing ability.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Hunter mentality with a strong focus on new business.
• Technical/product understanding.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Business acumen and commercial insight.
• Excellent networking skills.
• Target-driven and self-disciplined.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently.