Sales Representative

South Cape Recruitment; George; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a Sales Representative based in George. The successful candidate will manage a client portfolio and source new business through proactive cold calling. Requirements include at least 2 years of experience in sales, fluency in English and Afrikaans, and a valid driver's license. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building lasting client relationships and meeting sales targets. The role involves regular travel within the Garden Route region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a sales environment, preferably in office automation.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain an existing client portfolio.
• Source new business through cold calling.
• Present quotations and close deals.
• Ensure ongoing account maintenance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Deadline-driven

Relationship-oriented

Problem-solving

Education

Matric

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain an existing, area-specific client portfolio
• Proactively source new business through cold calling
• Drive, develop, market, and promote the full range of products
• Present quotations directly to clients and close deals
• Sell and upsell across the entire product offering
• Work consistently towards monthly and quarterly sales targets
• Build strong, lasting client relationships and ensure ongoing account maintenance
• Handle all daily and weekly sales administration, including call sheets, quotations, emails, and reports
• Travel to clients across the Garden Route region as required
• Perform any ad hoc duties as assigned by senior management

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• Computer literate
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans
• Valid drivers licenceWillingness to travel throughout the Garden Route
• At least 2 years experience in a sales environment (office automation experience beneficial)

Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to work toward and achieve targets
• Deadline-driven with a strong sense of urgency
• Naturally people-focused and relationship-oriented
• Creative problem-solver with the ability to use own initiative
• Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to strong work ethics