Sales Representative

Location

Cape Town, Western Cape

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) is essential
• Minimum 2 years’ sales experience
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing, Business, or a related field will be advantageous
• Proven experience as a Sales Representative, preferably within the stationery or related industry
• Strong understanding of sales techniques and customer relationship management
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel

Duties

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve sales targets and grow the customer base
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting, cold calling, and networking
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers
• Conduct sales presentations and product demonstrations to prospective clients
• Promote the company’s products by highlighting their features and benefits
• Negotiate and successfully close sales opportunities
• Provide excellent after-sales service and promptly resolve customer queries
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments
• Prepare and submit regular sales reports, forecasts, and market analysis
• Manage and grow an allocated sales territory
• Achieve monthly sales targets and key performance indicators
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure excellent customer service and order fulfilment

Skills & Competencies

• Strong sales and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Customer-focused with strong relationship-building skills
• Results-driven and highly motivated
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales territory effectively
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Professional, confident, and resilient
• Commercial awareness and business acumen
• Adaptable and able to work under pressure