South Africa: External Sales Representative

Requirements Matric (Grade 12) essential Minimum five years external sales experience in Technical/Industrial/Hose markets Fluent in English; Afrikaans and/or Zulu advantageous Proven success in cold calling, pipeline building, and closing deals Computer literate with strong record-keeping skills Valid drivers licence and willingness to travel within Gauteng Key Responsibilities Generate leads through cold calling, networking, referrals, and market research Conduct on-site client visits, product demonstrations, and solution proposals Develop and maintain strong client relationships with regular communication and follow-ups Prepare accurate quotes, negotiate terms, and finalise sales agreements Manage a structured call cycle and maintain up-to-date client activity records Monitor market, competitor trends, and identify new business opportunities Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and problem resolution Assist with stocktakes and provide administrative support when required Deliver weekly and monthly sales performance reports Consistently meet or exceed assigned sales targets Competencies and Personal Attributes Strong communicator with persuasive sales and negotiation capability Passionate about operating in the industrial/technical solutions environment Tech-savvy and willing to adopt new systems and digital tools Results-driven, persistent, and goal-oriented Proactive problem solver with strong customer insight Highly organised with effective time and territory management Professional, reliable, and accountable for outcomes Positive, energetic, and fully engaged in the sales process