External Sales Representative (JB5878)
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Job Location:
Boksburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
External Sales Representative (JB5878)
Boksburg Gauteng
R20 000 basic R4 500 car allowance commission
Permanent
An established supplier within the packaging and distribution sector is seeking a results-driven External Sales Representative to grow and manage its customer base through face-to-face selling. This role is focused on building strong client relationships identifying new business opportunities and delivering tailored solutions to meet customer needs. Operating primarily in the field the position requires a proactive self-motivated individual who is comfortable managing a territory engaging directly with clients and contributing market insights to support overall business growth
Minimum Requirements:
Proven experience in external / field sales
B2B sales experience (non-negotiable)
Experience within the packaging industry (advantageous)
Strong prospecting and new business development capability
Excellent communication presentation and negotiation skills
Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships
Strong organisational and territory management skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
Own reliable vehicle
Valid drivers licence
Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prospect and generate new business through cold visits referrals networking and follow-ups
Conduct face-to-face client meetings to understand customer needs and present suitable solutions
Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with clients as the primary point of contact
Perform needs analysis and deliver solution-based selling rather than product-only sales
Prepare quotations negotiate pricing and terms and close sales agreements
Plan routes and manage a defined geographic or customer-based sales territory
Grow existing accounts through upselling cross-selling and ongoing client engagement
Ensure customer satisfaction and retention post-sale
Gather and report market pricing and competitor intelligence
Maintain accurate reporting of visits opportunities forecasts and pipeline activity
Collaborate closely with internal teams including customer service and operations
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs no supporting documentation is required at this point this will be requested later.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.
Boksburg Gauteng
R20 000 basic R4 500 car allowance commission
Permanent
An established supplier within the packaging and distribution sector is seeking a results-driven External Sales Representative to grow and manage its customer base through face-to-face selling. This role is focused on building strong client relationships identifying new business opportunities and delivering tailored solutions to meet customer needs. Operating primarily in the field the position requires a proactive self-motivated individual who is comfortable managing a territory engaging directly with clients and contributing market insights to support overall business growth
Minimum Requirements:
Proven experience in external / field sales
B2B sales experience (non-negotiable)
Experience within the packaging industry (advantageous)
Strong prospecting and new business development capability
Excellent communication presentation and negotiation skills
Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships
Strong organisational and territory management skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
Own reliable vehicle
Valid drivers licence
Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prospect and generate new business through cold visits referrals networking and follow-ups
Conduct face-to-face client meetings to understand customer needs and present suitable solutions
Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with clients as the primary point of contact
Perform needs analysis and deliver solution-based selling rather than product-only sales
Prepare quotations negotiate pricing and terms and close sales agreements
Plan routes and manage a defined geographic or customer-based sales territory
Grow existing accounts through upselling cross-selling and ongoing client engagement
Ensure customer satisfaction and retention post-sale
Gather and report market pricing and competitor intelligence
Maintain accurate reporting of visits opportunities forecasts and pipeline activity
Collaborate closely with internal teams including customer service and operations
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs no supporting documentation is required at this point this will be requested later.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment via the client.
Offer clarity: Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- B2B Sales
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Cold Calling
- Retail Sales
- Territory Management
- Upselling
- Product Demos
- Outside Sales
- Medicare
- negotiation
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