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External Sales Representative

Bellville
Salary: R25 000.00+ Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Warehousing
Benefits: Comm/Petrol/Car Allowance
Reference: CPT000809/BW

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Vacancy Details

Employer: West Coast Personnel

We are seeking a driven and experienced External Sales Representative. The role will involve identifying and securing new business opportunities, managing client accounts, promoting a range of hose and industrial solutions, and consistently achieving sales objectives in a competitive market. This is a field-based role requiring strong commercial acumen, customer engagement skills, and the ability to work independently.

Requirements

Matric (Grade 12) essential
Minimum five years’ external sales experience in Technical/Industrial/Hose markets
Fluent in English; Afrikaans and/or Zulu advantageous
Proven success in cold calling, pipeline building, and closing deals
Computer literate with strong record-keeping skills
Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel within Gauteng

Key Responsibilities

Generate leads through cold calling, networking, referrals, and market research
Conduct on-site client visits, product demonstrations, and solution proposals
Develop and maintain strong client relationships with regular communication and follow-ups
Prepare accurate quotes, negotiate terms, and finalise sales agreements
Manage a structured call cycle and maintain up-to-date client activity records
Monitor market, competitor trends, and identify new business opportunities
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and problem resolution
Assist with stocktakes and provide administrative support when required
Deliver weekly and monthly sales performance reports
Consistently meet or exceed assigned sales targets

Competencies and Personal Attributes

Strong communicator with persuasive sales and negotiation capability
Passionate about operating in the industrial/technical solutions environment
Tech-savvy and willing to adopt new systems and digital tools
Results-driven, persistent, and goal-oriented
Proactive problem solver with strong customer insight
Highly organised with effective time and territory management
Professional, reliable, and accountable for outcomes
Positive, energetic, and fully engaged in the sales process

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