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Job summary
A dynamic sales firm is seeking a Sales Consultant in KwaZulu-Natal. This field-based role involves promoting and selling merchandise, developing new business opportunities, and maintaining client relationships to meet sales targets. Ideal candidates possess at least 2 years of sales experience and a National Senior Certificate. A valid Code B Drivers License and language proficiency in English and another South African language are essential. This position offers a monthly salary of R16 000 plus incentives.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of sales experience preferably in a retail or wholesale environment.
- Fluent in English and at least one other South African language.
- Code B Drivers License (essential).
Responsibilities
- Visit customers according to a structured contact plan.
- Achieve Sales Targets by meeting KPIs.
- Develop new business opportunities and grow the client base.
- Build and maintain customer relationships.
- Submit regular reports on sales performance.
Skills
Education
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Location: Kwazulu-Natal
Department: Sales
Reports to: Sales / Area Manager
Direct Reports: None
Salary: R16 000 per month Incentives Commission
Working Environment: Field-based client-facing role (on the road). Required to work every second Saturday.
The Sales Consultant is responsible for promoting and selling company merchandise sample books and partnership programmes to customers within the allocated area. The role focuses on developing new business opportunities while maintaining strong client relationships in order to achieve sales targets.
Education: National Senior Certificate required. A Certificate or Diploma in Sales / Marketing is advantageous.
Experience: At least 2 years of sales experience preferably in a retail or wholesale environment. Exposure to the interior design industry will be an advantage.
Other Requirements: Code B Drivers License (essential). Fluent in English and at least one other South African language (depending on area).
- Sales techniques and negotiation
- Product knowledge
- Presentation and database management
- Market research and campaign implementation
- Branding PR and publicity
Report writing and MS Office proficiency
Strong customer focus, results-driven, adaptable, professional and collaborative.
Visit customers according to a structured contact plan.
Sell merchandise and provide expert advice on product selection, pricing, and care.
Demonstrate product ranges, highlight promotions and upsell where applicable.
Manage sample books ensuring discontinued ranges are replaced.
Open new customer accounts and manage partnership applications.
Meet KPIs as per the Sales Matrix.
Submit weekly sales reports and call reports.
Identify and pursue new sales opportunities.
Attend industry exhibitions and workshops to expand networks.
Grow the client base and increase brand awareness.
Manage back-order lists and resolve queries timely.
Provide customers with regular updates on orders and delivery timelines.
Escalate operational issues and complaints appropriately.
Ensure customer expectations are consistently met.
Resolve account queries before processing sales.
Follow up on payments and manage COD transactions accurately.
Liaise with Finance on payment-related issues.
Attend weekly sales meetings and collaborate with the Sales / Area Manager.
Submit regular reports on sales performance, market activity and competitor trends.
Unclear Seniority
- Sales Experience
- B2B Sales
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Cold Calling
- Retail Sales
- Territory Management
- Upselling
- Product Demos
- Outside Sales
- Medicare
- Negotiation
Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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