Sales Representative

About the role

An established company based in Mount Edgecombe, Durban is looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic sales consultant to join its team for a branch in Atlas Gardens, Cape Town. The person must be able to work independently, be self-motivated and target-driven.

Key responsibilities

• Visit existing customers and service them while searching for new business opportunities
• Prepare and submit quotations to customers, and submit weekly quotations and sales reports to the Sales Manager
• Get orders on a daily basis and follow up on sales leads
• Assist with monthly stock takes and attend weekly debtors and sales meetings
• Help collect debts from debtors and handle related administrative tasks
• Work closely with the support admin teleseller to meet monthly and quarterly targets
• Develop and execute a personal sales strategy

Required profile

• Matric certificate (essential)
• At least 2 years' experience in the FMCG industry
• Record of sales success and excellent understanding of sales and customer service
• Valid driver's licence and own vehicle; a tracking service of the company's choice is also required (details discussed at interview)

Required skills

• Strong negotiation, influencing and communication skills
• Computer literacy with knowledge of Excel
• Ability to identify and acquire new business

What we offer

• Basic salary, car allowance, petrol card and cellphone package
• Commissions and incentives (discussed at interview)

Candidates who fit the criteria should send their CV by email.