Sales Representative (Manufacturing) at Futurelink Global Recruitment

• We’re looking for a driven sales professional who loves being in the field. The successful candidate weill be responsible for finding and contacting new clients, meeting them on-site, preparing quotes, negotiating and closing deals. You’ll also look after key accounts, manage your pipeline and work with the internal teams to meet customer needs.
• Some travel is required.

Responsibilties:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities to grow the customer base and increase sales.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers.
• Promote and sell the company’s products to new and existing customers.
• Conduct client visits, presentations and product demonstrations where required.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable products and solutions.
• Prepare and follow up on quotations, proposals and customer enquiries.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and sales terms within company guidelines.
• Achieve monthly and annual sales targets and agreed KPIs.
• Identify new markets, industries and potential customers for the company’s products.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and customer needs.
• Liaise with internal departments, including production, technical, logistics and customer service, to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Follow up on customer orders, delivery schedules and outstanding issues.
• Provide after-sales support and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate customer records, sales pipelines and activity reports on the CRM system.
• Attend sales meetings, trade shows, exhibitions and industry events where required.
• Ensure sales activities and customer engagements are conducted in line with company policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12).
• Minimum 3 years’+ sales experience, including key account management.
• A proven track record of meeting sales targets and securing new business.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence in prospecting, cold calling, arranging appointments and engaging decision-makers.
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with the ability to work independently.
• A collaborative, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Experience in technical sales, construction, engineering, infrastructure or related industries is essential.
• Own vehicle and valid drivers license.