Junior Sales Consultant - Interior regions of SA

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Junior Sales Consultant!

POSITION INFO:

Job Purpose

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage a portfolio of existing and new customers within the interior regions of South Africa.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities that expand the company's market share and product penetration.
• Conduct research to identify emerging customer needs, market trends, and competitor activities.
• Develop and implement growth strategies focused on both financial performance and customer satisfaction.
• Build, strengthen, and maintain strong working relationships at all levels within customer organisations.
• Drive growth of key products and successfully introduce new products into the market sector.
• Ensure regular customer engagement, opportunity management, and proactive problem-solving.
• Manage accounts with a long-term view to maximise sustainability and loyalty.
• Achieve agreed financial targets including sales turnover, margin growth, product volumes (tons), and expense management.
• Track and report on sales activities, pipeline development, forecasts, and performance against targets.
• Prepare and deliver sales reports to management, highlighting progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Assist with tenders, quotations, and project management where required.
• Support the development and execution of product promotions and go-to-market strategies.
• Coordinate customer product training and provide after-sales support.
• Resolve customer issues and complaints in a timely and professional manner to ensure satisfaction and retention.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Matric (Grade 12).
• A qualification in Sales, Business Management, or a related field.

• At least 5 years’ sales experience, including a minimum of 2 years in external/field sales.
• Technical sales background preferred.
• Experience in the steel, mining, engineering, or construction industries is strongly advantageous.
• Demonstrated success in customer acquisition, retention, and market share growth.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Analytical mindset with ability to translate customer needs into business opportunities.
• Solid organisational and time management skills.

Additional Information

• The role requires frequent travel within the interior regions of South Africa.

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