Technical Sales Representative

SUMMARY:
External Sales Representative (Timber, Hardware, Construction)

POSITION INFO:

Company Overview:
Our client is a well-established supplier of timber and building materials, serving clients across the Western Cape. We are looking for a motivated External Sales Representative to join our team in Retreat and drive our sales efforts in the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with customers, providing personalized assistance throughout each stage of their projects.
• Business Development: Actively seek new business opportunities by networking within the community, promoting the client’s reputation and presence, and performing regular cold calls to potential customers.
• Consultation & Estimation: Provide expert advice on materials, cost, and quantity estimations to clients, and assist in resolving issues by coordinating with site managers, project managers, and suppliers.
• Site Visits & Technical Assessment: Conduct site visits to take accurate measurements, prepare material schedules, and create rough sketches or diagrams for the workshop to ensure precise material preparation and delivery.
• After-Sales Service: Perform after-sales follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction and address any additional needs or support requirements.
• Sales & Marketing Initiatives: Drive and support marketing campaigns, promotional events, and new product launches to expand the client’s market reach and enhance sales.
• Customer Service Excellence: Ensure that clients receive high-quality service and advice, enhancing their project outcomes and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Matric certificate or equivalent certification.
• Experience: Proven track record in sales, ideally within the building materials or hardware sectors.
• Product Knowledge: Familiarity with building materials, supplies, and related products.
• Technical Skills: Competence in taking site measurements, preparing material schedules, and making basic sketches or diagrams.
• Skills: Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational abilities; attention to detail; numerical competence.
• Computer Literacy: Proficiency in basic software.
• Independence & Teamwork: Ability to work autonomously and effectively within a team.
• License: Valid driver’s license.