Sales Representative

Profile Personnel; East London; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 446,400; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking a knowledgeable Sales Representative for their East London operation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the fastening industry, including established factory connections and strong technical expertise in fasteners and tools.

This role focuses on building relationships and driving sales within the manufacturing sector. Responsibilities include account management and business development, ensuring satisfaction and adherence to sales targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales within the fastening, tools, or manufacturing industry.
• Established connections within factories.
• Strong technical knowledge of fasteners and tools.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with factory clients for fasteners, tools, and related products.
• Identify new sales opportunities and generate leads within the fastening industry.
• Conduct factory visits to present products and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Prepare quotes, negotiate pricing, and close sales.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.
• Meet sales targets and maintain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Sales experience in fastening industry

Technical knowledge of fasteners and tools

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Job description

Overview

Sales Representative required for a company based in East London

Seeking an experienced Sales Representative with knowledge of the fastening industry or a similar field. The ideal candidate will have established connections within factories and a strong understanding of fasteners and tools. This role involves managing accounts, generating new business, and driving sales in the manufacturing sector.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with factory clients for fasteners, tools, and related products.

• Identify new sales opportunities and generate leads within the fastening industry.

• Conduct factory visits to present products, provide technical support, and ensure customer satisfaction.

• Prepare quotes, negotiate pricing, and close sales.

• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.

• Meet sales targets and maintain strong customer relationships.

Requirements

• Experience in sales within the fastening, tools, or manufacturing industry.

• Established connections within factories.

• Strong technical knowledge of fasteners and tools.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work independently and travel to client sites.