External Sales Representative Manufacturing Industry

MID577

Location: Kliprivier, Meyerton/Alberton

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and technically minded External Sales Representative to join our team in the manufacturing sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and providing technical support and product training to customers.

This role requires a proactive individual with excellent people skills, a strong sales drive, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new customers.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities through proactive sales calls and visits.
• Promote and specify company products to targeted customers.
• Provide technical support, product demonstrations, and customer training.
• Prepare, compile, and follow up on quotations and tenders.
• Confirm pricing, stock levels, and assist with supplier liaison where required.
• Ensure effective customer liaison, including handling complaints professionally.
• Update customer records and sales-related administration.
• Attend exhibitions and represent the company at industry events.
• Assist internal sales team when required.

Requirements

• Minimum: Grade 12 qualification.
• Preferred: Training in electronics/electricity and practical work experience as an electrician or in external/internal sales.
• Technically minded with strong problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to perform under pressure.
• Self-starter, motivated to achieve results, and able to work independently.
• Strong customer service orientation and persuasive sales ability.
• Presentable, punctual, and professional at all times.
• Valid drivers license and willingness to travel.

Attributes We Value

• Professional presentation and telephone manner.
• Strong loyalty, accountability, and commitment to performance excellence.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate and share knowledge.

Remuneration Package:

Salary 24K

Car Allowance 8.5K

Cell phone Allowance 1.3K

Fuel will be covered for Business travels.

How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to contribute to a growing manufacturing team, please submit your detailed CV and a covering letter to *****@*****.co.za with the subject line reference MID577

External Sales Representative

MID572

Location: City Deep, Johannesburg

Responsibilities:

Generate sales by calling on existing and potential customers utilising company tools and technology.

Ideally a dynamic sales professional with automotive parts knowledge and insight into Workshop, engineering, and plant hire customers.

Make sales, meet targets

Identify and pursue new business leads

Provide technical advice and product information

Collaborate with internal teams for smooth order processing and customer support

Reporting to Regional Sales Manager

Skills & Knowledge:

Computer literate Experienced in Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills – English written and verbal

Solid product knowledge

Excellent customer service and relationship building skills

Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

Education:

Matric

Experience:

Minimum 2 years sales experience in automotive parts

Air conditioning parts knowledge and/or sales experience is advantageous

Positive employment history / references

Remuneration:

18 000 – 25 000 (Commission based; Company car; Petrol card; Phone/data allowance)

Fringe benefits

Kindly send detailed CV, Certificates, and ID copy to *****@*****.co.za

Use reference number MID572 in email subject line