Job Description
About the Role
Our client in Cape Town City Centre is seeking a driven and dynamic External Sales Representative to join their growing sales team. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating new business, maintaining strong relationships with existing clients, and driving sales growth within their territory.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement targeted sales strategies to achieve and exceed sales targets.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, and market outreach.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing customers.
- Conduct regular client visits to strengthen partnerships and identify additional sales opportunities.
- Present and demonstrate products, clearly communicating features, benefits, and value propositions.
- Negotiate and close sales opportunities while ensuring long-term client satisfaction.
- Provide exceptional customer service by responding to enquiries, resolving issues, and offering product support.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth order processing and timely deliveries.
- Monitor industry trends, market activity, and competitor developments to support sales strategies.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities, pipeline updates, and customer feedback through CRM systems.
Requirements
Minimum 5 years’ experience in external sales or a similar business development role. Proven track record of developing new business and growing client accounts. Experience within the jewellery, watchmaking, luxury goods, or related industries will be advantageous. Strong understanding of sales processes including prospecting, negotiation, and closing. Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently and manage a busy sales pipeline. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and priorities.
Qualifications
- Formal education/certifications not specified in original description.
Salary & Benefits
Salary information not mentioned in original description.
How to Apply
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About Sales Jobs in Cape Town Region
Cape Town’s sales landscape is shaped by the city’s strong economy, diverse industry base, and growing demand for innovative solutions. Typically, sales professionals in this region can expect to find opportunities across various sectors, including technology, financial services, manufacturing, and e-commerce. Generally, these roles require a combination of interpersonal skills, business acumen, and technical knowledge to drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction.
In terms of compensation, salaries for sales positions in Cape Town vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and individual performance. Typically, common salary ranges for entry-level sales roles start around R200 000 – R400 000 per annum, with experienced professionals earning upwards of R600 000 – R1 million or more. However, it is essential to note that these figures are broad estimates and may not reflect actual salaries for specific job openings.
Common skills required for success in sales roles include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build rapport with customers and stakeholders, a solid understanding of industry trends and market dynamics, and proficiency in CRM software and sales tools. Often, sales professionals also benefit from technical knowledge in areas such as data analysis, marketing, or product development. In addition, many employers place a high value on sales candidates with strong business acumen, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.
Sales roles can be found across various industries, including technology, financial services, manufacturing, and e-commerce. The financial services sector, for example, commonly employs sales professionals to build relationships with clients and promote financial products. Similarly, the technology industry often requires sales talent to drive revenue growth through product sales and partnerships. Manufacturing and e-commerce sectors also frequently rely on skilled sales professionals to expand their customer base and increase market share.
Career development opportunities are available in sales roles, with many employers investing in training and development programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge. Typically, successful sales professionals can expect to progress to leadership roles or transition into specialized areas such as account management, business development, or sales strategy. With experience and a strong track record of performance, sales talent can also pursue opportunities in related fields such as marketing, product management, or entrepreneurship.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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