Sales Consultant (Cleaning) GP

SUMMARY:
Job Title: Sales Consultant - Cleaning 

Location: Gauteng - Honeydew

Industry: Facilities & Cleaning Services

Type:   Permanent     / Environment: High-performance, people-centric, client-driven


About the Role
Our client is seeking a driven and results-oriented Sales Consultant to join their Cleaning Division based in Gauteng. This is a permanent position ideal for a motivated individual with proven experience in the Contract Cleaning Industry, capable of identifying new opportunities, developing client relationships, and securing cleaning service contracts across commercial, hospitality, healthcare, and educational sectors. You will be responsible for driving business growth, managing client portfolios, and ensuring that all cleaning service solutions align with client expectations and operational standards.

POSITION INFO:
What you’ll be doing

• Identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities within the contract cleaning industry.
• Promote the company’s full range of cleaning services and solutions.
• Conduct client visits and site assessments to determine service scope and requirements.
• Prepare accurate quotations, proposals, and service-level agreements.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Maintain and update client databases and sales activity reports.
• Develop and implement client-specific cleaning programs tailored to their operational needs.
• Build and sustain long-term client relationships to ensure satisfaction and contract renewals.
• Work closely with operations and management teams to ensure service delivery standards are met.
• Monitor competitor activities and provide market intelligence to management.
• Attend industry-related events, meetings, and client presentations as required.

• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ proven sales experience within the Contract Cleaning Industry (non-negotiable).
• Sound understanding of cleaning methodologies, contract management, and operational service delivery.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong business development and relationship management abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and CRM systems.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle (mandatory).

• Competitive basic salary between R30 000 to R40 000 per month, based on experience.
• Career growth opportunities within a respected and expanding organization.
• Supportive working environment with a professional team.
• Exposure to diverse industry sectors and client portfolios.

• This position will report directly to the Sales Manager.
• This role will require travel to client sites and regional locations - need to have a valid license and own vehicle.
• Candidates must be medically fit and willing to undergo relevant pre-employment checks.