SALES REPRESENTIVE - BUILDING SUPPLIES - EAST LONDON

Level-Up; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A building materials company is seeking an experienced Building Supplier Sales Representative in East London. You will leverage your sales experience in clay bricks to promote products to retail outlets and construction companies. Successful candidates will have a strong existing network, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required. This role is crucial for expanding market share and driving sales.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years sales experience in the building materials sector.
• Proven experience working with clay bricks.
• Strong existing network within hardware retail and building supply stores.

Responsibilities

• Call on and maintain relationships with hardware retail stores.
• Promote and sell clay brick products to customers.
• Conduct regular store visits to ensure product visibility.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities.
• Negotiate pricing and manage orders and deliveries.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Customer relationship management

Technical knowledge of clay bricks

Job description

SALES REPRESENTIVE - BUILDING SUPPLIES - EAST LONDON

Job Description:

Job Overview:

We are seeking a results-driven Building Supplier Sales Representative with proven experience in the building materials industry, specifically in clay brick products. The ideal candidate must have a strong network and a successful track record of calling on hardware retail outlets and building lasting client relationships. This role is key in driving sales, expanding market share, and representing our brand in the construction and retail sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Call on and maintain relationships with hardware retail stores, builders merchants, and construction companies
• Promote and sell clay brick products and other building materials to existing and new customers
• Conduct regular store visits to ensure product visibility and support merchandising efforts
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities in target areas
• Provide product knowledge and technical support to clients
• Negotiate pricing and manage orders, deliveries, and follow-ups
• Track sales performance and report regularly to management
• Stay up to date on market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs

Requirements:

• Minimum 35 years sales experience in the building materials or hardware retail sector
• Proven experience working with clay bricks (sales or technical knowledge)
• Strong existing network within hardware retail and building supply stores
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and travel extensively within assigned regions
• Valid drivers license and own reliable vehicle
• Strong organizational and reporting skills

Preferred Qualities:

• Self-motivated and target-driven
• Professional and customer-focused
• Good knowledge of construction/building industry trends