SALES REPRESENTATIVE (SPECIALIZED INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS)

SUMMARY:
Grow a branch by selling high-quality chemical solutions to the Hospitality, Laundry, and Food and Beverage industries.

POSITION INFO:

• • SALES REPRESENTATIVE (SPECIALIZED INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS)

    Grow a branch by selling high-quality chemical solutions to the Hospitality, Laundry, and Food and Beverage industries. Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, PE, George, JHB | R20 000 - 25 500 CTC per month

    About Our Client

    The company is a provider of specialized industrial cleaning chemical products. It focuses on delivering sanitation and advanced cleaning solutions to sectors including Hospitality, Laundry, and Food and Beverage.

    The Role: SALES REPRESENTATIVE (SPECIALIZED INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS)

    The purpose of this role is to act as a key driver for the branch by selling specialized chemical solutions and managing customer relationships. The role exists to grow the business through strategic development, technical hands-on service, and staff training. The main focus areas include meeting sales targets, performing technical equipment maintenance, and ensuring health and safety compliance at client sites.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience in a similar sales environment.
    • Call on an average of ten clients per day and execute a repeatable client call planner.
    • Present and sell products to new and existing clients while identifying upselling opportunities.
    • Carry out technical installations, repairs, and maintenance of equipment.
    • Train client staff on product use and finalize all administrative registers and certificates.
    • Build professional rapport with key decision-makers including Buyers, General Managers, and Chefs.
    • Submit weekly sales and technical reports and provide feedback on competitor products.
    • Maintain Health, Safety, and Environmental standards regarding product supply at client sites.

    About You

    • Minimum of three years of experience in a similar sales environment.
    • Grade 12 / Matric qualification.
    • Valid driver license and own reliable vehicle.
    • Bilingual with excellent spoken and written communication abilities.
    • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong negotiation skills.
    • Positive, self-motivated individual able to work accurately under pressure.
    • Dedicated team player who respects confidentiality and adheres to deadlines.
    • Sales or Marketing Diploma is highly advantageou