Sales Representative (Chemical Distribution)

Lotus Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative chemical supply company is seeking a vibrant sales representative to join their dynamic team. This junior to mid-career role is perfect for candidates with a background in technical sales, particularly in the B2B space. The ideal candidate will be goal-focused, customer-centric, and possess strong problem-solving skills. You will have the opportunity to develop your own call cycles, engage in cold calling, and contribute to business growth. If you are passionate about sales and eager to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in technical or Hazchem distribution B2B sales.
• Proven track record in cold calling and developing new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop your own call cycles and provide management reporting.
• Target driven with a professional approach to new customers.

Skills

Cold calling

Sales

External Sales

Meeting targets

Education

Matric

Job description

Our client, a progressive and fast paced chemical supply and distribution company, seeks to employ a vibrant sales representative to join this progressive and expanding professional team.

Please note this is NOT a senior role but rather a junior to mid-career level role, specifically for candidates in the advertised region, with a preference to candidates with a sales background in technical sales.
KEY REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION:

• You will have completed Matric, 2-5 years experience in technical or Hazchem distribution background B2B sales and business development.

• You will have a proven track record in cold calling, developing new business opportunities and servicing an existing customer base.

• You will have experience in developing your own call cycles, providing management reporting and completing competitor analysis and trend monitoring to advise to management

• You will be target driven, goal focused and customer centric, with a professional approach to new customers and solid problem solving skills

• You must have a valid driver’s licence, own car and a clear criminal and credit record

Due to the exceptionally high volume of applications, we are unable to correspond with each applicant personally, therefore only relevant and suitable candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any correspondence from our company within 30 days, we regret your application has been unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

• Cold calling
• Sales
• External Sales
• Meeting targets