External Sales

Recruiter:

MH Solutions

Job Ref:

CT001918/KD

Date posted:

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
EXTERNAL SALES - LIGHTING INDUSTRY - CAPE TOWN

POSITION INFO:
Job Purpose

Able to work in a team orientated environment and contribute in a positive manner.
Ability to work independently and self-managed.
Always represent the company professionally. Integrity, responsibility and accountability to be always displayed, be passionate about sales, and capable of working under pressure.

Responsibilities:

Generate new leads, through cold calling, site visits and innovative actions and creating connections
Building, maintaining and consistently growing a strong client base.
Upsell at every opportunity by collecting as much information about the projects and professionals involved as possible
Source and develop prospective new clients to generate new business and optimize sales, making and reporting on the required number of cold calls
Read drawings and extract bill quantities for lighting requirements
Do lighting layouts /design (positioning of lights on a drawing) in accordance with the project’s requirements and industry best practices
Do technical & architectural product specifications according to client requirements
Communicate with clients at all stages of the project
Submit clear quotations and proposals for current and prospective clients
Reaching and exceeding monthly sales targets consistently
Researching and keeping up to date with lighting trends, technology and standards
In showroom visits, facilitation and presentation of products to existing and prospective clients
Assist as required in the training of internal sales consultants

Requirements:

Matric
Own vehicle with a valid driver’s license
Good communication skills
A proved track record of selling similar products/services
Ability to read drawings and to design and create spaces that are engaging and welcoming
Good sales technique with previous showroom sales experience
Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
Proficiency in English and Afrikaans.
Efficient in MS Office and Pastel

PLEASE FORWARD YOUR UPDATED CV (MS WORD FORMAT) & CURRENT SALARY STRUCTURE TO: K
Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please deem your application unsuccessful.

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