Sales Representative (External) - BUCO Acornhoek

Ｂｕｃｏ; Acornhoek; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Timbercity is hiring for an external sales role in Mpumalanga, Acornhoek. The successful candidate will drive new business, maintain and grow key contractor and developer accounts, and ensure timely follow-up on quotes and orders.

A strong field presence and resilient, target-driven attitude are essential. Applicants should have Grade 12, at least 3 years of external sales experience in building materials or related industries, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Strong new business development ability (comfortable with cold calling and prospecting).
• Excellent relationship-building with contractors, developers, and key accounts.
• Strong follow-up discipline on quotes, orders, and customer requests.

Skills

Strong sales ability

Relationship building

Prospecting & cold calling

Negotiation & closing

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

2026/11/03

Reference Number

7011116101

Description

• Strong new business development ability (comfortable with cold calling and prospecting)
• Consistent achievement of sales and gross profit targets
• Excellent relationship-building with contractors, developers, and key accounts
• Strong follow-up discipline on quotes, orders, and customer requests
• High level of resilience and persistence in a target-driven environment
• Solid negotiation and closing ability
• Strong field presence with disciplined call cycles and customer visits
• Good understanding of products, applications, and customer requirements
• Strong organisational skills and time management in managing territory
• Professional communication and ability to build trust quickly

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Minimum 3+ years’ external sales experience, preferably in building materials, hardware, construction, or related industries
• Valid driver’s license

THE BUILDING COMPANY reserves the right not to fill all advertised vacancies and appointments will be made in support of the Group's Employment Equity strategy and correspondence will only be entered into with short listed applicants. Should you not hear from us within 14 days of the position closing, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We appreciate the time and effort you've invested in applying for this position and encourage you to keep an eye on our page for future opportunities.