Sales Representative - External

The Recruiters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking an External Sales Representative based in Gauteng. The role involves managing and growing business in the Free State, Northern Cape, and Gauteng regions, requiring extensive travel (approximately 90%). Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years’ experience in sales, excellent communication skills, and a valid driver's license.

Benefits

Basic salary negotiable

Commission

Company car

Medical aid

Provident fund

Cell allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Sales Representative in a related industry.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Identify new business opportunities and generate sales leads.
• Conduct regular client visits across assigned regions.
• Prepare and deliver professional sales presentations.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and reports.
• Stay up to date with market trends and competitor activity.
• Ensure excellent customer service and after-sales support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Fluent in English and Afrikaans

Job description

Summary

EXTERNAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Location: Gauteng (servicing Free State, Northern Cape & Gauteng)

Salary: R20 000 basic (negotiable) + Commission + Company Car + Medical Aid + Provident Fund + Cell Allowance

Position Info :

We are seeking a dynamic and target-driven Sales Representative to join our team. The successful candidate will be based in Gauteng and will be responsible for managing and growing business within the Free State, Northern Cape, and Gauteng regions. This position requires extensive travel — approximately 90% on the road, with 6–8 nights away from home per month.

Key Duties & Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new clients
• Identify new business opportunities and generate sales leads
• Conduct regular client visits across assigned regions
• Prepare and deliver professional sales presentations and product demonstrations
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and reports to management
• Stay up to date with market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments
• Ensure excellent customer service and after-sales support

Minimum Requirements :

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Sales Representative in a related industry
• Valid driver’s license and own transport
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills (fluent in English and Afrikaans)
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets