Sales Representative (Tissue, Paper , Pulp industry)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

A well-established tissue and hygiene product manufacturer supplying both Retail and B2B markets across South Africa and neighbouring countries is looking for a driven Sales Representative to grow revenue and expand their market footprint.

This is a hunter sales role for someone who thrives on identifying new opportunities, building relationships with customers, and converting prospects into long-term clients.

You will work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in driving sales growth and expanding accounts in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through market research, networking and lead generation
• Build strong relationships with retailers, distributors and business customers
• Conduct product demonstrations, negotiations and deal closures
• Drive revenue growth through upselling, cross-selling and account expansion
• Develop tailored sales strategies to approach new prospects
• Monitor sales performance, pipeline activity and market trends
• Provide regular reporting on sales activity, opportunities and performance

What We Are Looking For

• Proven B2B sales experience (Tissue, paper and or pulp sales experience is a must)
• Strong consultative selling and negotiation skills
• Ability to identify opportunities and close deals
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Self-driven and target-focused personality
• Ability to understand customer needs and propose tailored solutions

The Ideal Candidate

This role suits someone who is:
? A natural hunter who enjoys opening new doors
? Comfortable selling value and quality rather than just price
? Commercially minded with strong relationship skills
? Motivated by targets, growth and new opportunities