Job Summary
An established manufacturing company specialising in premium products is seeking a dynamic and commercially driven External Sales Representative to join their team.
This role is suited to a proactive sales professional with strong business development ability and relationship management skills who is comfortable engaging with high-end hospitality, corporate, and commercial clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within hospitality, corporate, and commercial sectors
- Maintain and grow existing customer relationships
- Conduct face-to-face sales visits, product presentations, and client meetings
- Prepare and follow up on quotations
- Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets
- Coordinate with production, logistics, and administration teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment
- Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and client engagements
- Maintain up-to-date product and market knowledge
Minimum Requirements
- Proven experience in external or field sales
- Strong business development and relationship-building ability
- Experience within hospitality, outdoor furniture, design, manufacturing, or related industries advantageous
- Strong negotiation and closing skills
- Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle
- Ability to work independently and manage a sales territory
- Willingness to work overtime when required
Key Competencies
- Hunter mentality with strong follow-through
- Professional and customer-focused approach
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Good planning and time management ability
- Self-motivated and target driven
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Confident engaging with premium products and high-value clients
Preferred Background
- Existing network within hospitality, accommodation, wine estate, event, restaurant, or corporate sectors advantageous
- Exposure to premium products, high-end retail, hospitality, or design-driven environments beneficial
Qualification Requirements
- Matric essential
- Diploma or Certificate in Sales, Marketing, or Business Management advantageous
What’s On Offer
- Competitive basic salary based on experience
- Commission and performance incentives
- Opportunity to grow within an established and expanding business
- Exposure to premium products and high-value clients
Application Notice
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