Sales Consultant – Hygiene

SUMMARY:

Job Title:  Sales Consultant – Hygiene
Location: Industry: Sales & Hygiene Services
Type:  Permanent      / Environment: High-performance, people-centric, client-driven

About the Role
Our client is seeking a target-driven and dynamic Hygiene Sales Consultant to join their team based in Gauteng. This permanent position is ideal for an experienced sales professional with a strong background in Hygiene Solutions, capable of promoting and selling a full range of washroom hygiene products, consumables, pest control solutions, waste management services, and sanitation offerings across commercial, industrial, healthcare, and hospitality environments. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strong client relationships, and ensuring customized hygiene solutions that align with client standards and compliance requirements.

POSITION INFO:
What you’ll be doing

• Identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities within the hygiene solutions sector.
• Promote and sell a full suite of hygiene products and services including:
• Washroom hygiene solutions (hand care, soap dispensers, sanitizers, air fresheners).
• Feminine hygiene services and sanitary disposal units.
• Pest control solutions and integrated pest management services.
• Waste management solutions, including specialized waste streams such as medical waste and sharps.
• Disinfection and deep sanitization services for commercial and sensitive environments.
• Consumables supply such as paper products, chemicals, and hygiene refills.
• Conduct site visits, assessments, and client needs analysis.
• Prepare accurate quotations, proposals, and service-level agreements.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Maintain an updated CRM database and track sales activities.
• Build and sustain long-term client relationships to ensure satisfaction and contract growth.
• Collaborate closely with operations teams to ensure service delivery excellence.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity and provide strategic feedback to management.
• Attend client meetings, presentations, and industry-related events as required.

• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ proven sales experience within the Hygiene Services industry (highly advantageous).
• Strong understanding of hygiene service delivery, washroom solutions, pest control, and consumables supply.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong business development, networking, and relationship management abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and CRM systems.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and perform under pressure.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle (MANDATORY).

• Competitive basic salary between R25 000 and R30 000 per month, based on experience.
• Career development opportunities within a growing and reputable organization.
• Supportive work environment with a professional and results-driven team.
• Exposure to diverse industry sectors and client portfolios.

• This position reports directly to the Sales Manager.
• The role requires regular travel to client sites and regional locations with own vehicle.
• Candidates must be medically fit and willing to undergo relevant pre-employment checks.