East London: Sales Representative – East London / Transkei

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SALES REP – Identify prospects and leads. – Make sales. – Make appointments to meet clients and ensure customer satisfaction. – Understand our clients needs, wants and resolve queries to promote customer experience. – Advise customers on specials, new products, price changes. – Learn technical details about our products to explain alternative uses and applications. – Process orders and credits and follow through. – Keep merchandising material up to date. – Prepare and present weekly reports. – Attend sales educational training, events and expos. – Arrange in-store demonstrations. – Stay up to date with the latest sales trends and best practices. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE – Minimum 5 years experience working as a Sales Rep. – Power tool & accessories knowledge is an advantage. – Critical thinker and problem-solving skills. – Great interpersonal and excellent communication skills. – Self-motivated and disciplined. – Ability to affectively plan your day and prioritize your duties. QUALIFICATIONS & KNOWLEDGE – Grade 12. – A tertiary qualification in Sales and/or Marketing or studying towards one will be an advantage. – Computer skills: Microsoft Office & Kerridge (K8). – Proficient driving experience with a valid driver’s license. – Must live in East London /Transkei or in close proximity. – Willing to travel. REMUNERATION Gross package: – Basic salary (cash): R5 659.60 p/m; – Commission: R16 000 – R21 000 p/m (Based on current sales in the region); – Incentive: R1 500 p/m when target is reached; – Medical aid: 50% Company contribution for employee, spouse, children (optional after 3 months) Any plan of Medihelp & Discovery; – Provident fund: R987 p/m Company contribution (optional for employee to add additional funds); – Other benefits: Life, disability & funeral cover Momentum Insurance; – Healthy Company benefits: Emotional, financial, physical wellbeing & legal support – Discovery Health; – Company laptop & data, cellphone, vehicle (fringe benefit tax applies for the personal use of the vehicle. Excludes private fuel; – Includes maintenance, services, tolls).