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    External Sales Representative (Board and Timber)

    Remuneration:R35000 - R35000 per month 
    Location:JHB - Central
    Reference:#PTA000102/Candi
    Company:Finding Personnel

    The External Sales Representative will be responsible for servicing existing customers while sourcing and securing new business within the timber and board industry. The role requires a proactive, driven individual with strong sales skills, the ability to build long-lasting customer relationships, and deliver consistent results.

    Job title: External Sales Representative
    Area: Johannesburg
    Industry: Manufacturing
    Salary / CTC: R 35 000 (Approx. R25 000 take-home) + company vehicle, cell phone and petrol card
    Report to: Sales manager
    Type: Permanent

    Key responsibilities:
    • Service existing customers and maintain strong relationships.
    • Source new business and expand the customer base.
    • Report to the office
    • Achieve personal sales targets and budgets.
    • Negotiate prices, prepare quotations, and address client queries effectively.
    • Promote and sell products to new and existing clients.
    • Ensure orders are processed and delivered according to client requirements.
    • Collect CODs, cheques, and follow up on outstanding payments.
    • Keep customer pricing profiles and records updated.
    • Complete daily call sheets and maintain accurate sales reporting.
    • Liaise with debtors/admin regarding outstanding accounts.
    • Stay informed of competitor activity and market conditions.
    • Attend bi-monthly sales meetings and daily one-on-one sessions with Sales Director.
    • Assist with quarterly stock takes and ad-hoc tasks as required.

    Qualifications and skills:
    Qualifications:
    • Matric certificate (Grade 12) essential.
    • Valid driver’s license.
    • At least 3 years’ experience as an external sales representative.
    • Experience in the timber and board industry is essential.
    • English & Afrikaans speaking (bilingual).
    Skills:
    • Strong selling and negotiation ability.
    • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
    • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to influence and build rapport.
    • Proactive problem-solving and multitasking ability.
    • Customer-focused with relationship-building skills.
    • Ability to think creatively and “out of the box.”
    • Presentable and professional with strong business acumen.
    Experience:
    • Proven track record in sales within the timber and board industry.
    • Demonstrated ability to service existing customers and develop new business.
    • Knowledge of competitor products, pricing, and market trends.
    Key competencies:
    • Go-getter attitude with strong initiative.
    • Ability to bring in new business and retain existing clients.
    • Creative thinker with strong problem-solving ability.
    • Excellent communicator with negotiation and influencing skills.
    • Highly motivated, proactive, and results-driven.
    • Ability to build and maintain long-term professional relationships.

    Working conditions and benefits:
    • Field-based role, with reporting to the office
    • Company vehicle provided
    • Cell phone and petrol card included.
    • Salary: R35 000 (Approx. R25 000 take-home).


    Posted on 01 Sep 20:09, Closing date 1 Oct

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