2,717 Sales Representative Cape Town jobs in South Africa

A vacancy exists for Experienced Dynamic Sales Representatives to grow sales and manage existing customers in the Western and Eastern Cape for a well-known manufacturer of abrasives products.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Take full accountability for the achievement of revenue streams, profitability and volume growth and other key performance areas/indicators for direct accounts in the portfolio.
• Minimising and management of potential channel conflict, with the ultimate goal of eliminating conflict in this channel.
• Develop processes to measure, track, report and communicate account performance in order to ensure specific focus, and utilising these processes to monitor trends, achievements and performance against targets.
• Develop reporting and monitoring mechanisms highlighting market movements to Sales and Management.
• Penetrating competitor markets.
• Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis on existing and potential customers as part of the sales process.
• Conduct cold calling at new/potential customers along with a focused growth strategy at the existing customers in the allocated sales area.
• Analyse market potentials, track sales and status reports.
• Meet and exceed sales budgets (volume & revenue).
• Establish, promote and maintain positive business and customer relationships.
• Ensure adherence to company policy and procedures while maintaining integrity and sound business practices.
• Servicing and further development of existing customer base.
• Participation/representation at open days/trade shows with the ability to conduct physical product demonstrations.
• Comply with the company’s planning, reporting and customer management structures as determined by management.
• Adherence to the company price list and discount structures as determined by management.
• Maintain and develop existing and new customers through planned individual account support, and liaison with internal order-processing staff.
• Ensure effective customer satisfaction and after sales care.
• Perform internal and customer facing presentations.
• Liaise with internal office to produce client proposals and manage the delivery and follow up of such with the client.
• Attend monthly sales meetings and one-on-ones with the Sales Manager.
• Seeking out new opportunities constantly with both stand-alone and chain accounts within established region.
• Communicating new service and product opportunities, feedback, special developments, or information collected during field activity to the Sales Manager.
• Coordinating with company staff to achieve the work required in closing up sales.
• Provide weekly feedback relating to lost sales and back orders.
• Submit monthly call planners by the last week of the month for the month ahead.
• Daily update of CRM with visit information and telephone calls.
• Shall provide a plan for their sales area annually, showing the following information:
• Sales per customer in the previous year,
• Sales extrapolated for the current year,
• Sales plan for the next year,
• Target customers.
• Any other duty which may be assigned to you from time-to-time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

The successful applicant must have:
• A Technical Qualification and/or 3+ years proven sales experience in a technical field
• Must have a valid driver’s licence
• Must be willing to travel.
• Knowledge of the abrasive industry would be an advantage.

SOFT SKILLS REQUIREMENT:
• Excellent Communication Skills, both Verbal and Written
• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Must be MS Office literate (Intermediate to Advanced)
• CRM Management, Call Planning and Sales Reporting.
• Resilient, resourceful personality/character.
• Conflict management.
• Strong business acumen.
• Entrepreneurial flair with excellent time management skills.

• Basic of R15 000 with R8 500 car/travel allowance per month and commission structure in place.
• Phone and Fuel card for business purposes.

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The company wishes to employ a Sales Representative in the VCIC Division in Cape Town. The successful incumbent would be responsible for the variable consumables interventional cardiology management product portfolios with a specific focus on Sales in Private and Government sectors.

This position reports to the Regional Sales Manager.

• Minimum 5 years medical experience in private and government sectors in the Western Cape.
• Theatre and Cath-Lab experience is a requirement
• Current relationships with private and government hospitals a requirement
• Valid Driver’s license
• Own reliable vehicle
• South African Citizen

• Serves customers by selling products and meeting customer needs.
• Services existing accounts, obtains orders, and establishes new accounts by planning and organizing daily work schedule to call on existing or potential sales outlets and other trade factors.
• Ability to meet sales targets.
• Adjusts content of sales presentations by studying the type of sales outlet or trade factor.
• Focuses sales efforts by studying existing and potential volume of dealers.
• Submits orders by referring to price lists and product literature.
• Keeps management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as daily call reports, weekly work plans, and monthly and annual territory analyses.
• Monitors competition by gathering current marketplace information on pricing, products, new products, delivery schedules, and merchandising techniques.
• Recommends changes in products, service, and policy by evaluating results and competitive developments.
• Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions, preparing reports, and making recommendations to management.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Medical background
• Having worked in and having knowledge of the sales territory and relevant hospitals would be an added advantage
• Ability to show growth in a developing territory
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Computer Literacy
• Relevant work experience, including ability to build relationships with customers
• Product knowledge
• Sales skills
• Meeting sales goals and targets
• Territory management
• Self-Confidence
• Motivation for sales

Benefits include a basic salary, reimbursive cell phone allowance, and 100% medical aid and provident fund employer contribution after probation period.

Cape Timber & Mouldings is a family-owned business started in 2000. We are a manufacturer of pine and hardwood mouldings, assembled products, crates, and various other wood-related products in our 6000m2 plant in Bellville South, Cape Town.

Representing the company for our hardware merchant and industrial clients.

1. Maintaining and building relationships with our customers.
2. Promoting our full range of products to our customers.
3. Must have knowledge/experience with pine and hardwood mouldings/assembled products.
4. Must have existing relationships with some hardware merchants in Cape Town and surrounds, such as Cashbuild, Build it, Buco, Brights, and other independents.
5. Finding new clients.
6. Candidate should be able to work without constant supervision.

Basic salary R20 000 - R25 000. Salary amount could be negotiated/finalised according to current experience/customer relationships. Plus, commission on sales. Will be included in the provident fund after the probation period. Company vehicle will be provided.

If you do not receive an answer within 7 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Our client in the safety clothing industry seeks to employ a permanent Sales Representative.

• Must have 5 years sales representative experience.

• Strong admin skills.
• CRM reporting skills are an advantage.
• Presentable, driven, and motivated.

16K basic salary plus commission based on sales.

A Sales Representative is required by our client in the Steel & Tube industry to generate new business and to meet their sales goals.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum 3-4 years’ sales experience in the Steel & Tube industry
2. Valid driver’s license
3. Superb interpersonal skills, including the ability to quickly build rapport with both customers and suppliers
4. Ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment

SALARY:

Due to the high volume of applicants received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.

GC Solar is seeking a motivated and technically skilled TechnicalSales Representative to join our Cape Town branch, based at East Precinct,Montague Park. The successful candidate will be responsible for drivingtechnical sales across our full product range, focusing on productspecification, new business development, and project implementation forend-user clients in the electrical and infrastructure sectors.

About GC Solar

GC Solar is a leading national supplier and solardistributor since 2011, based in Johannesburg and in Cape Town. We providecutting-edge renewable energy products. Our dedicated team offers exceptionalafter-sales support and technical services, especially in the commercialsector. With a focus on sustainability, we have a team of engineers and supplysolutions for utilities, mines, and commercial buildings, leading the way inSouth Africa’s solar energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

· Proactively identify and engage with new clients

· Maintain and grow strong relationships withcontractors, consultants, and key industry stakeholders

Technical Sales & Product Specification

· Prepare technical proposals, tenders, andquotations

· Conduct on-site technical presentations andproduct demos

· Represent GC Solar at industry events, expos,and customer meetings

Project & Client Management

· Oversee project implementation, ensuring timelydelivery and quality compliance

· Ensure technical requirements are met throughaccurate product specification

CRM & Reporting

· Maintain detailed records of sales activities inGC Solar’s CRM system

· Submit regular performance and pipeline reportsto management

How to Apply

Apply directly through our recruitment platform via ZohoRecruit. Please ensure your CV clearly outlines relevant experience intechnical sales, project delivery, and the electrical or solar industry.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. GC Solaris an equal opportunity employer.

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications:

• N4or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field
  

Experience:

· Minimum 1 year in a technical sales environment

· Proven track record in product specification andproject-based sales

· Experience in the South African electrical industryis a strong advantage

Skills:

· Strong communication and presentation skills

· Excellent organizational and project managementabilities

· Ability to work independently and takeinitiative

· Detail-oriented with accurate administrative andreporting habits

Additional Requirements

· Valid driver’s license and own vehicle

· Willingness to travel locally and regionally asrequired

· Flexibility to work extended hours when needed

What We Offer

· Base salary: R25,000 – R 35,000 /month

· Commission based on performance

· The opportunity to work with a reputable brandin a growth-driven industry

Voltex (Pty) Ltd is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the role of External Sales Representative for the Cape Town branch . This incumbent will be reporting to the Branch Manager .

The purpose of this role is to actively seek out and engage both existing as well as new customer prospects and to, provide solutions for customers in order to boost revenue growth.

Your areas of responsibility:

• Maintain sales and support to existing clients in the area allocated
• Compile an accurate and comprehensive data base on customers and their relationships/influences
• Generate growth of allocated and new customer base
• Prepare and conduct presentations to customers
• Conduct exhibitions and customer specific training if required
• Prepare and report on sales for your area allocated
• Attend key project or customer meetings
• Report on competitor activities in the area
• Compile monthly sales review and forecasts against agreed targets
• Perform other duties as directed by management
• Establish and maintain effective customer relationships to understand customer needs
• Promote customer understanding of full product understanding of full products offering and align to provide a solution
• Ensure a positive customer experience throughout the sales process
• Consulting to Specifiers, Influencers and Engineering Consultants in the area

Qualifications we are looking for:

• A valid Grade 12 certificate is a MUST
• A tertiary technical qualification preferably in Electrical Field is an ADVANTAGE
• A minimum of 3-4 years Electrical Sales experience
• Knowledge of electrical industry
• Valid driver’s licence is a MUST
• Computer literate – preference will be given to users with strong K8 knowledge

These are your benefits:

• Diverse tasks and excellent prospects
• Employee development and training opportunities
• Market related salary
• Medical aid and retirement fund

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• Verifying incoming enquiries via telephone, email or fax.
• Communicating to relevant personnel regarding credit applications for first-time buyers.
• Maintaining a daybook of all incoming enquiries and submitting quotations.
• Receiving customer orders and reviewing them against quotations.
• Processing all acceptable orders.
• Resolving any variances between orders and quotations.
• Generating and processing buy-out orders to approved suppliers, including work-in-progress orders.
• Liaising with the Managing Director and General Manager of Product Champion on technical issues.
• Participating in quarterly stock takes.
• And all other related duties that might be required by management from time to time.

• Back-to-back orders from customers signed off by Internal Sales Manager.
• Purchasing of buy-outs.
• Submission of quotations.

• Obtaining a hit rate of 80% minimum on incoming enquiries.
• Maximum of 3 documented errors per month on order processing.
• Monthly hit-rate report.
• Monthly action book report on sales errors.
• Team player.
• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Be available to work overtime if/when required.

Are you a dynamic, results-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced sales environment? Do you possess a natural talent for persuasion and negotiation? If so, we want YOU to join a Sales team of a well-established supplier!

Our client is looking to employ a Sales Representative based in Epping.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Marketing products and services
2. Growing the business
3. Working towards meeting targets

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. Matric is essential
2. Must have a valid drivers' license and own transport
3. 5 years strong Sales experience in a supplier or manufacturing industry environment
4. Computer literate on MS Word and Excel