External Sales Representative

Our reputable Oil & Gas client that is based in Mthatha, Eastern Cape is seeking a skilled Sales Representative to join their team.

**Salary**: R25 000 per Month (including medical aid & pension fund) plus quarterly incentives depending on performance as per set criteria Plus A company car with a petrol card.

**Requirements**:

- A Diploma in Marketing / Sales, or relevant qualification
- At least 3 years sales experience is essential or longer-term sales / marketing experience.
- An understanding of the LPG Market as well as focussed attention on Customer Service
- Strong communication, negotiation & presentation skills
- Financial acumen
- Computer literate

**Responsibilities**:

- The position involves the selling of all products to the Consumer, Dealer and Retail sector of the markets.
- Interacts regularly with Regional Sales Manager, administrative and credit control staff, depot manager / staff and installations co-ordinators.
- Conduct regular market research of your sales area and report accordingly.
- Achieve sales budgets and set objectives.
- Giving sales presentations to a range of prospective clients and acquire potential clients at profitable levels.
- Maintain an up-to-date register of all company assets & client database using company internal tools.
- Provide excellent customer service and value through prompt attention and professionalism.
- Visiting clients and potential clients to evaluate needs or promote products and services.
- To provide clear, correct, and timeous reporting on all aspects of his work and business in the sales area under his control.
- Prepare relevant feasibility studies for existing and new projects and follow the account opening to process to final stage.
- Effective management of customer pricing notifications, changes as per MRGP monthly.
- To be sole liaison between company and customers in your area.
- Effective customer contract management.
- Effective cylinder management in your area.

**Salary**: R25,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Umtata, Eastern Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Diploma (required)

**Experience**:

- External Sales: 3 years (required)
- Technical Sales: 3 years (required)

License/Certification:

- Vehicle (required)