Job Description

Our client, a well-established national company operating in the facilities services industry, is seeking a Sales Representative to join their team in Port Elizabeth. The company specialises in large-scale textile rental, industrial laundry solutions, and hygiene-related support services for sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing. With a reputation for operational efficiency and service excellence, they are looking for a results-driven sales professional with industry-relevant experience to help grow their footprint in the region.
Responsibilities:
Establish, develop, and maintain business relationships with prospective clients in the assigned territory/market segment to generate new business.
Research and source client names to build a comprehensive database.
Source and retain new clients.
Follow up on clients, build relationships, and resolve customer queries and complaints efficiently and effectively.
Successfully market new services/businesses to potential clients.
Coordinate and oversee new installations or amendments to existing installations at client sites.
Submit proposals and tenders with all necessary documentation.
Understand and implement the negotiation process.
Complete credit/vendor applications and invoice reconciliations when required.
Produce clear and concise written correspondence (letters, emails, proposals).
Keep abreast of product applications, services, technical services, market conditions, competitive activities, and promotional trends.
Travel within the specified area of responsibility.
Requirements:
Grade 12 / Matric / NQF Level 4 qualification (essential).
Marketing or Business Administration diploma on NQF Level 5 (preferred).
Minimum of 3 years' experience in an external sales position.
Sales experience within the laundry, hygiene services, or industrial services industry (mandatory).
Comprehensive understanding of the laundry/production process and equipment.
Strong knowledge of the supply management chain.
Strong understanding of the sales and negotiating processes.
Knowledge of service level agreements, service contracts, proposals, and tender requirements.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, and company-related systems.
Excellent interpersonal, selling, and time management skills.
Must have own transport and a valid driver's license.
Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

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