About the job SALES REPRESENTATIVE (SPECIALIZED INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS)
SALES REPRESENTATIVE (SPECIALIZED INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS)
Grow a branch by selling high-quality chemical solutions to the Hospitality, Laundry, and Food and Beverage industries. Cape Town, Industrial Chemicals. 25 000 CTC per month.
About Our Client
The company is a provider of specialized industrial cleaning chemical products. It focuses on delivering sanitation and advanced cleaning solutions to sectors including Hospitality, Laundry, and Food and Beverage.
The Role: SALES REPRESENTATIVE (SPECIALIZED INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS)
The purpose of this role is to act as a key driver for the branch by selling specialized chemical solutions and managing customer relationships. The role exists to grow the business through strategic development, technical hands-on service, and staff training. The main focus areas include meeting sales targets, performing technical equipment maintenance, and ensuring health and safety compliance at client sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience in a similar sales environment.
- Call on an average of ten clients per day and execute a repeatable client call planner.
- Present and sell products to new and existing clients while identifying upselling opportunities.
- Carry out technical installations, repairs, and maintenance of equipment.
- Train client staff on product use and finalize all administrative registers and certificates.
- Build professional rapport with key decision-makers including Buyers, General Managers, and Chefs.
- Submit weekly sales and technical reports and provide feedback on competitor products.
- Maintain Health, Safety, and Environmental standards regarding product supply at client sites.
About You
- Minimum of three years of experience in a similar sales environment.
- Grade 12 / Matric qualification.
- Valid driver license and own reliable vehicle.
- Bilingual with excellent spoken and written communication abilities.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong negotiation skills.
- Positive, self-motivated individual able to work accurately under pressure.
- Dedicated team player who respects confidentiality and adheres to deadlines.
- Sales or Marketing Diploma is highly advantageous.