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

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(eng= External Technical Sales Representative 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. The successful candidate will play an important role in providing technical solutions to clients while supporting sales targets and business development initiatives. More About The Company: Our client operates within the electrical and infrastructure sector, supplying specialized technical solutions and products to a wide range of industries. The company is known for its strong technical expertise and focus on delivering reliable solutions to clients working within infrastructure, energy, and municipal environments. Their team collaborates closely with engineers, consultants, contractors, and technical specialists to ensure that projects are supported with the right products, expertise, and service. Location: Garden Route Salary: R20 000 R45 000 (CTC) Commission Working Hours: Monday Friday 07:30 16:30 Available Positions: 2 Start Date: As soon as possible Key Responsibilities: · Sales & Client Engagement: 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 · Planning & Coordination: 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 · Customer Service: 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 · Sales: Attend weekly sales meetings · Tendering process: 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 · General: Provide feedback to management Expediting of priority orders Ensuring brochure stands are fullKeeping 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 Job 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. Key Characteristics: · Strong technical understanding combined with sales ability. · Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. · Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. · Strong problem-solving ability and solution-focused mindset. · Professional and presentable when dealing with clients and stakeholders. · Ability to communicate confidently with engineers, consultants, and technical professionals. Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your technical expertise and sales skills can make a real impact? Apply now wed love to meet you! ) (afr= Eksterne Tegniese Verkoopsverteenwoordiger Ons kliënt is op soek na n gedrewe en tegnies vaardige Eksterne Tegniese Verkoopsverteenwoordiger om by hul span aan te sluit. Hierdie rol is ideaal vir iemand met n sterk tegniese agtergrond wat ook daarvan hou om kliënteverhoudings te bou, nuwe geleenthede te identifiseer en verkope te bevorder. Die suksesvolle kandidaat sal n belangrike rol speel in die verskaffing van tegniese oplossings aan kliënte terwyl verkoopsdoelwitte en besigheidsontwikkeling ondersteun word. Meer oor die Maatskappy: Ons kliënt funksioneer binne die elektriese en infrastruktuursektor en voorsien gespesialiseerde tegniese oplossings en produkte aan n wye reeks nywerhede. Die maatskappy is bekend vir hul sterk tegniese kundigheid en fokus op die lewering van betroubare oplossings aan kliënte wat binne infrastruktuur-, energie- en munisipale omgewings werk. Hul span werk nou saam met ingenieurs, konsultante, kontrakteurs en tegniese spesialiste om te verseker dat projekte ondersteun word met die regte produkte, kundigheid en diens. Ligging: Tuinroete Salaris: R20 000 R45 000 (CTC) Kommissie Werksure: Maandag Vrydag 07:30 16:30 Beskikbare Posisies: 2 Begindatum: So gou as moontlik Hoof Verantwoordelikhede: · Verkope: Bereik maandelikse teikens soos gesamentlik deur bestuur ooreengekom Fisies bel bestaande en potensieel nuwe kliënte om hul behoeftes en vereistes vas te stel Genereer verkope en registreer die orde besonderhede of ontvang die orde op n amptelike bestelvorm Wees in staat om kliënte te adviseer en die maatskappy se produk aan te beveel Voer verwante verkope uit deur alternatiewe voor te stel Bevorder en verkoop nuwe produkte en informeer kliënte van spesiale aanbiedinge · Beplanning: Hanteer prysbepaling volgens bestuur se instruksies Voordat die bestellings gegenereer word, kontroleer die kliënt se kredietwaardigheid Volg korrekte prosedures afhangend van bestelling dringendheid Sodra die verkoop in die rekenaarsisteem gegenereer is, verseker dat die relevante afskrifte aan die korrekte afdelings gegee word vir verwerking volgens tak prosedures · Kliëntediens: Telephonies in kontak bly met kliënte as hulle om een of ander rede beperk is tot die tak se fasiliteite Help met dringende aflewerings wanneer bestuur versoek Verseker dat alle goedere wat deur jou afgelewer word, altyd vergesel word van amptelike dokumentasie · Verkoopvergaderings: Weklikse verkoopvergaderings bywoon · Tenders: Inhandiging van tenders en deelname aan tenderopeenkomste Verslag terug aan bestuur oor die tender so gou as moontlik Voltooi tenderdokumente waar nodig deur die beste pryse te bekom en met bestuur se goedkeuring · Sekuriteit: Verseker dat sekuriteitsregulasies te alle tye nagekom word · Algemeen: Help bestuur met addisionele take wat billik en redelik is Terugvoer aan area-bestuurders Verspoediging van prioriteitbestellings Verseker dat brosjure-stande vol is Hou vertoon-eenhede netjies en opgeruimd Help met voorraadopnames wanneer benodig Die pakhuis, insluitend rakke en vloere, moet skoon gehou word Pos Vereistes: · Handelssertifikaat (Trade Test). · Minimum 5 jaar ondervinding binne n tegniese omgewing, verkieslik met munisipale of energieverwante projekte. · Bewese verkoopsagtergrond binne n tegniese of ingenieursverwante veld. · Geldige bestuurslisensie en bereidheid om gereeld te reis vir kliëntbesoeke. · Kennis van munisipale infrastruktuur of Eskom-verwante omgewings sal voordelig wees. · Vaardigheid in Microsoft Office programme. · Ondervinding met verkoopsprogramme naamlik K-8. · Goeie kennis van tenderprosesse en dokumentasie. · Vermoë om onafhanklik te werk en kliënteverhoudings effektief te bestuur. Karaktereienskappe: · Sterk tegniese begrip gekombineer met verkoopsvermoë. · Uitstekende kommunikasie- en verhoudingsbouvaardighede. · Vermoë om onafhanklik te werk en tyd effektief te bestuur. · Sterk probleemoplossingsvermoë en oplossingsgerigte ingesteldheid. · Professioneel wanneer daar met kliënte en belanghebbendes gewerk word. · Vermoë om selfversekerd met ingenieurs, konsultante en tegniese professionele persone te kommunikeer. Is jy gereed om by n dinamiese span aan te sluit waar jou tegniese kundigheid en verkoopsvaardighede n werklike impak kan maak? Doen nou aansoek ons wil jou ontmoet! )

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About Sales Jobs in South Africa

In South Africa, the sales profession is a widely sought-after career path, with many individuals seeking to succeed in this field due to its dynamic nature and potential for high earnings. Generally, the job market trends indicate a strong demand for skilled sales professionals across various industries. This demand is often driven by companies’ need to expand their customer bases, increase revenue, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing business environment.

Typically, the salary range for sales positions in South Africa varies widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and individual performance. While broad ranges can be difficult to estimate, it is generally common for junior sales roles to offer salaries within the R200 000 – R400 000 per annum bracket, while senior or executive-level sales positions may command higher salaries of R500 000 – R1 million per annum. However, please note that these figures are approximate and can vary significantly depending on individual circumstances.

Common skills for sales professionals in South Africa typically include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of product knowledge, negotiation and persuasion abilities, and a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets. Other essential skills often include the ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain a high level of professionalism in all interactions with customers and colleagues.

Sales professionals can be found across various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. Companies in these sectors often require sales teams to be highly adaptable, customer-focused, and results-driven.

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For those looking to advance their careers in sales, there are numerous opportunities for professional development and growth. Typically, senior sales roles involve managing teams of sales professionals, developing new business strategies, and identifying new revenue streams. With experience and dedication, it is possible to move into leadership positions or explore related career paths such as account management, business development, or sales management.


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