Technical Sales Representative – Kuruman

West Coast Personnel; Kuruman; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an External Sales Representative in Northern Cape, South Africa. The role involves generating leads, engaging clients, and negotiating sales agreements. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of external sales experience, preferably in technical or industrial markets, and be fluent in English. Willingness to travel is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in external sales, preferably in technical or industrial markets.
• Ability to generate leads and engage clients independently.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify potential clients through cold calling and networking.
• Conduct meetings and product demonstrations with clients.
• Negotiate sales agreements and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Sales experience

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Self-motivated

Fluent in English

Education

Matric qualification

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated External Sales Representative with a proven sales record in technical or industrial markets. The ideal candidate will generate leads, engage clients, negotiate sales agreements and achieve sales targets independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify potential clients through cold calling, networking and online research
• Conduct face-to-face meetings, presentations and product demonstrations
• Negotiate sales agreements and provide timely price quotes and proposals
• Maintain long-term client relationships through regular communication
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth operations and problem resolution
• Keep detailed records of sales activities, client interactions and transactions
• Develop and manage a strategic call cycle plan for client outreach

Requirements

• Minimum Matric qualification
• 5+ years’ experience in external sales (technical/industrial/hose markets)
• Self-driven, goal-oriented, and able to work unsupervised
• Fluent in English, proficiency in additional languages is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel.