Western Cape: External Sales Rep(VR 61)/Externe Verkoopsverteenwoordiger(VR 61) posted by Werkie

About the Role

Our client is looking for a driven and technically skilled External Technical Sales Representative to join their team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical background who also enjoys building client relationships, identifying opportunities, and driving sales growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve monthly sales targets jointly agreed on by management.
• Actively develop new business opportunities and maintain existing relationships.
• Conduct site visits to meet with existing and potential clients to identify their technical needs and project requirements.
• Provide professional product advice and recommend suitable solutions based on client specifications.
• Promote and sell new products and inform customers of specials.
• Handle pricing in terms of customers category and managers instructions.
• Check customer credit worthiness before generating orders.
• Coordinate customers with methods of communication and procedures depending on order urgency.
• Ensure relevant sale documentation is given to correct departments for processing as per branch procedures.
• Telephonically keep in contact with clients restricted to the branch premises.
• Assist with urgent deliveries when requested by management.
• Ensure that all samples and goods delivered by yourself is always accompanied by official documentation.
• Attend weekly sales meetings.
• Handing in tenders and attend tender openings.
• Report back to management regarding the tender as soon as possible.
• Complete tender documents where necessary by obtaining best prices and with managers authorization.
• Provide feedback to management.
• Expediting of priority orders.
• Ensuring brochure stands are full.
• Keeping displays neat and tidy.
• Assist with stock take when required.
• Ensure warehouse including shelves and floor are kept clean.
• Ensure that security regulations are adhered to at all times.

Requirements

• Trade Test.
• Minimum 5 years experience within a technical environment, preferably involving municipal or energy-related projects.
• Valid drivers license and willingness to travel regularly for client visits.
• Proven sales experience with K-8 program in a technical or engineering background.
• Knowledge of municipal infrastructure or Eskom-related environments will be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of tender processes and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage client relationships effectively.

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

R20 000 R45 000 (CTC) with commission working hours: Monday Friday 07:30 16:30.