Job Summary
About the Role
Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Internal Sales Consultant to support sales operations, drive revenue growth, and deliver exceptional customer service. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing customer enquiries, preparing quotations, coordinating with internal departments, and supporting the full sales administration process.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle customer enquiries and provide professional support via telephone and email.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
- Manage sales administration activities including quotations, order processing, and customer communications.
- Liaise with transport contractors, logistics providers, procurement teams, and other stakeholders regarding customer requirements.
- Coordinate with production and operational teams to ensure customer expectations and delivery requirements are met.
- Prepare costings and quotations based on customer specifications and project requirements.
- Create and interpret basic CAD designs and drawings.
- Track deliveries, warranties, budgets, customer surveys, and sales activities.
- Maintain accurate reporting on daily workload, sales prospects, and customer interactions.
- Conduct market research and support business development initiatives, including cold calling activities.
- Ensure compliance with company SHEQ policies, procedures, and standards.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12).
- Diploma in Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel certification.
- 3–5 years' experience in a similar internal sales or sales administration role.
- Experience with construction costing.
- Valid driver's licence and own vehicle advantageous.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Experience working with CAD software.
- Understanding of construction drawings and costing principles.
- Strong customer service and relationship management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Technically minded with exceptional attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently.
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Willingness to work overtime when required.