External Sales Representative – Building & Construction

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

We are currently looking for an External Sales Representative who has a building or construction background.
Minimum requirements

Key Responsibilities

Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the building and construction sector
Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients (contractors, developers, builders, hardware stores, architects)
Conduct regular site visits and client meetings to promote products and services
Prepare and present sales proposals, quotations, and tenders
Negotiate pricing, terms, and closing of sales deals
Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets and KPIs
Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs
Coordinate with internal departments (dispatch, finance, operations) to ensure smooth order fulfilment
Manage customer queries, complaints, and after-sales support
Maintain accurate records of sales activities using CRM systems
Submit regular sales reports and forecasts to management.
Regional-based sales
Key account management
Travelling to each customer on a fortnightly or monthly basis.
Product knowledge.
Technical advice on both plaster and ceiling/drywall installation.