SALES REPRESENTIVE - BUILDING SUPPLIES - EAST LONDON

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Building Supplier Sales Representative to drive sales and expand market share in the building materials sector. This role focuses on promoting clay brick products, maintaining relationships with hardware retail outlets, and providing technical support to clients. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, excellent communication skills, and a strong network within the industry. Join this forward-thinking company to make a significant impact in the construction and retail markets while enjoying the freedom to work independently and travel extensively within your assigned regions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years sales experience in building materials or hardware retail.
• Strong network within hardware retail and building supply stores.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with hardware retail stores and builders merchants.
• Promote and sell clay brick products to existing and new customers.
• Track sales performance and report regularly to management.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Building

Market Knowledge

Education

Experience in Building Materials

Drivers License

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