Are you a dynamic and driven sales professional with a passion for the retail sector? Smart Placements is seeking a dedicated Retail External Sales Representative to join their team in Johannesburg, Gauteng. This permanent, full-time position offers an excellent opportunity to work with leading retail outlets and a diverse product range.
📍 Location & Residency Requirement
- Position Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Residency: Candidates must reside in the Johannesburg area.
🗣️ Language Proficiency
- Languages Required: Fluency in both English and Afrikaans is essential.
🚗 Transportation Requirements
- Vehicle: Candidates must possess their own reliable transport, not older than 7 years.
- Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license is mandatory.
🎓 Educational & Professional Qualifications
- Education: Matric (Grade 12) is required.
- Experience: A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience as a Sales Representative, specifically with experience calling on major retailers such as Checkers, Shoprite, and Pick n Pay.
🧠 Key Skills & Competencies
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Afrikaans.
- Self-Motivation: Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Organization: Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Target-Driven: Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
🤝 Behavioral Attributes
- Presentation: Well-groomed and presentable with a professional demeanor.
- Extroversion: Outgoing personality with the ability to engage clients effectively.
- Responsibility: Stable work history indicating reliability and commitment.
- Punctuality: Consistently punctual and dependable.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Telesales team and merchandisers to achieve store standards and sales budgets across the product range, including fresh and frozen fish.
- Client Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Sales Growth: Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the customer base.
- Order Management: Receive and process orders efficiently, coordinating with relevant parties.
- Target Achievement: Meet and strive to exceed monthly sales targets.
- Reporting: Complete weekly call cycles and provide regular updates on sales activities.
- Problem Resolution: Address and resolve customer queries promptly and professionally.
- Product Promotion: Drive awareness and sales across all product lines.
- Meetings: Attend meetings as required to discuss performance and strategies.(smartpath.co.za)
💰 Compensation & Benefits
- Basic Salary: R15,000 – R20,000 per month
- Car Allowance: R4,000 per month
- Petrol Card: Provided for business travel
- Cell Phone Allowance: R750 per month(smartacademy.co.za)
📞 How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply through the official Smart Placements website:
👉 Apply Now 👈
For further inquiries or assistance, you can contact Smart Placements directly:
📧 Email: admin1@smartplacements.co.za
Embark on a rewarding career path with Smart Placements and make a significant impact in the retail sales sector!
