Machinery Salesperson
Report to: Sales Manager
Location: Westville, SA - KwaZulu Natal
Type: Permanent
About the Role
Our client, operating in the machinery and equipment industry, is seeking a driven, energetic and self-motivated Sales Representative to contribute to business growth. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with strong interpersonal skills, commercial awareness, and a genuine interest in sales. A candidate with a qualification in Sales, Marketing, or a related field and limited experience will be considered, provided they demonstrate the right attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn.
Key Responsibilities
- Service and maintain relationships with existing customers.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the customer base.
- Proactively identify and approach potential customers.
- Promote the company's range of machinery, equipment, and related solutions.
- Educate customers on product features, benefits, and suitable solutions for their needs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Follow up on sales enquiries, quotations, and prospective business.
- Work towards achieving sales targets and contributing to business growth.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric certificate; a qualification in Sales, Marketing, or a related field would be advantageous.
- Previous sales experience would be beneficial but is not essential for the right candidate.
- An interest in machinery, equipment, or technical products.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive, confident, and commercially minded approach.
- Self-motivation, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.
- A valid driver's licence and reliable transport, subject to the role's travel requirements.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be energetic, ambitious, and eager to establish a successful career in sales. They should enjoy engaging with people, building relationships, identifying opportunities, and working towards measurable goals. If you are driven, enjoy working with people, and are excited about building a career in machinery sales, we would like to hear from you.
