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Job Description    

• We are seeking an experienced and motivated Local Sales Representative whose primary responsibility is to identify and acquire new local clients for our distribution services company. This role is specifically focused on expanding our client base within the Johannesburg market through proactive prospecting, lead generation, and new business development. Contract duration is six months. 

Primary Objective

• Find and secure new local clients requiring distribution services to grow company revenue and market presence in South Africa.

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• Prospecting: Actively identify and research potential local businesses that require distribution services across manufacturing, retail, FMCG, and industrial sectors
• Cold Outreach: Conduct cold calls, emails, and door-to-door visits to generate new leads and schedule initial meetings
• Lead Generation: Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified prospects through networking, referrals, and market research
• Territory Mapping: Systematically canvas assigned local territory to identify all potential distribution service clients
• Database Development: Build and maintain comprehensive database of local prospects and their distribution needs
• Initial Meetings: Secure and conduct first meetings with new prospects to assess their distribution requirements

Business Development & Portfolio Growth

• Needs Assessment: Evaluate potential clients' distribution challenges and present tailored service solutions
• Proposal Development: Create customized proposals and quotations for new local prospects
• Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations with new clients to secure profitable distribution service agreements
• Market Intelligence: Gather information on local competitors and market opportunities
• Relationship Building: Establish trust and credibility with new local business owners and decision-makers

Administrative & Reporting

• Activity Tracking: Maintain detailed records of all prospecting activities, meetings, and follow-ups
• Pipeline Management: Provide weekly reports on new client acquisition progress and forecast
• Territory Analysis: Analyze local market penetration and identify underserved areas

Educational Requirements    

• Matric certificate minimum; sales or business qualification preferred

Experience Requirements    

• Experience: 3+ years of proven new business development experience in B2B sales, preferably in logistics, distribution, or related services
• Local Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of South African business landscape and local industries

Skills and Competencies    

• Language: Fluent in English and local languages relevant to territory
• Prospecting Skills: Demonstrated ability to identify, approach, and convert cold prospects into clients
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for initial client contact
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CRM systems, prospecting tools, and MS Office Suite
• Personal Attributes: Persistent, resilient, self-motivated, and comfortable with rejection
• Transport: Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for local territory coverage
• Networking: Strong local business network or ability to build one quickly

Deadline:10th December,2025

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Job Description    

• We are currently seeking to appoint a Sales Representative, based in the Edenvale area of Gauteng. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing sales activities for PLASLOPE, overseeing the full process from lead generation through to deal closure within an assigned territory.
• The incumbent will be expected to develop and implement an agreed Sales Plan in conjunction with the current General Manager, achieving both personal and business targets while expanding the existing customer base. The role requires a proactive approach, contributing to solution-oriented teamwork in full support of the sales and manufacturing divisions.
• The Sales Representative will play a key role in driving customer satisfaction, revenue growth, and long-term success, in alignment with the company’s vision, values, and strategic objectives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• Build and maintain strong relationships with both existing and new clients to drive turnover growth.
• Identify and approach potential clients, accurately assess their security packaging needs, and provide tailored solutions.
• Actively manage new product development in collaboration with customers and development team.
• Contribute to the annual business plan, in conjunction with management, to achieve strategic goals and exceed sales targets.
• Maximise opportunities throughout the sales process to grow the company’s market share.
• Maintain professional internal and external relationships in line with company policies, core values, procedures, and business ethics.
• Address customer complaints and work proactively to identify and resolve client concerns.
• Follow up on payment collections when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Conduct market research to assist in identifying opportunities for new products and in enhancing or developing existing ones.
• Monitor and report on competitor activities, pricing, and potential collaborations; identify business opportunities and threats.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the market in which the company operates and how its products and services are used within that market.

Educational Requirements    

• Matric or equivalent
• A relevant Sales/ Marketing qualification
• A BCom Degree in Marketing will be an added advantage

Experience Requirements    

• At least 8 years experience in sales with a traceable record.
• In-depth knowledge of the flexible packaging market
• Experience in e-commerce and banking / CIT sector would count in your favour
• Knowledge of SYSPRO an added advantage

Skills and Competencies    

• Must possess a strong technical aptitude
• Excellent people skills with strong customer service competencies
• A strategic thinker with a willingness to travel when required
• Strong time-management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure, with attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite

Deadline:14th December,2025

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Job Description    

• We currently seek to appoint a Senior Sales Representative to be based in Gauteng. The incumbent will be responsible for all sales activities, from lead generation through to closure in an assigned territory. She /He will be required to develop and implement an agreed-upon Sales Plan which will meet both personal and business goals as well as an expanding customer base. She/ He will need to be pro-active in contributing to solution orientated teamwork, in full support of the sales and manufacturing divisions, in order to achieve customer satisfaction, revenue and long-term goals in alignment with company values and strategies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• Maintain excellent relationships and grow sales with existing clients
• Identify potential new clients
• Own and manage new product development with customers
• Contribute to the annual business plan in conjunction with Management, which will assist with the goals and focus, to meet or exceed sales budgets.
• Maximize all opportunities in the process of closing a sale resulting in growing the company’s market share
• Maintain professional internal and external relationships to meet company policy and core values, procedures and business ethic codes.
• Address customer complaints, identify and resolve client concerns.
• Follow-up for collection of payment, when necessary.
• Other duties assigned
• Market research: Assist with identifying new opportunities for new products and for the enhancement and development of existing products.
• Monitor and report detailed business information on the competitor activities & pricing, potential collaborators and to identify business opportunities and threats
• Understand the market in which the company operates and how the company’s products and services are used within that market. 

Educational Requirements    

• Matric or equivalent 
• Sales/ Marketing Relevant Qualification
• A BCom Degree in Marketing will be an added advantage 

Experience Requirements    

• At least 3 years’ experience as a Senior Sales Representative and at least 8 years in sales with a traceable record.
• Knowledge of the Flexible Packaging Market or packaging sector

Skills and Competencies    

• Proven work experience as a Senior Sales Executive
• Knowledge of the Flexible Packaging Market or at least the packaging market
• Excellent people skills with proven customer service competencies
• Willingness to travel when required
• Good time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail and meet deadlines
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite

Deadline:16th January,2026