Sales Representative

Area: Durban

Package: Basic Salary R13200.00 – R15 000.00 depending on experience.
Commission: Competitive commission structure
Company car with a petrol card, iphone and ipad and a credit card for travel.
After four months’ probation provident fund and Medical Aid assistance - on top of basic salary max R2249.80 for main member and a further R1773.80.


General Purpose
Responsible for all retail sales activities, from lead generation through close, ensuring customer satisfaction of products and services. Secure new business. Maintain relationships with existing clients by continually providing technical support, updated product information and sales techniques. Selling product in the hardware / construction industry


Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• source and qualify leads
• establish contact and develop client relationships and referrals
• maintain a customer database
• prepare and deliver presentations of company products and services to potential clients
• negotiate professional sales proposals with clients
• ensure timeous and accurate delivery of product in store
• conduct product training and offer technical assistance
• participate in sales and marketing events to create product awareness
• identify product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market
activities, and competitors product development
• maintain activity reports for management

Education and Experience

• knowledge of relevant computer applications (MS Outlook, Word & Excel)
• knowledge of principles and practices of sales
• knowledge of customer service principles
• knowledge of basic business principles
• experience in sales
• experience in delivering presentations
• ability to achieve sales targets
• some experience in the building trade industry
• some experience in the retail Industry

Key Competencies

• planning and strategizing
• persuasiveness
• adaptability
• verbal and written communication
• negotiation skills
• resilience and tenacity
• stress tolerance
• goal driven