Summary
Sales Representative -Remote - Cape Town
Position Info : About the Client
The client is a proudly South African retail brand. They have grown into a well-recognized distributor of quality sunglasses, headwear, and tech accessories—offering affordability and style without the heavy price tag. Their products are widely stock‑listed at fuel‑station forecourts, pharmacies, cycling shops, hardware stores, and resorts across South Africa, and their range now includes renewable‑energy tech gear. The client prides itself on old‑school values such as service, integrity, and excellent customer relationships.
Role Overview
As a Sales Representative, you will serve as an ambassador of the client’s products, responsible for nurturing existing relationships while identifying and developing new stock lists. This role involves independent fieldwork, extensive travel across South Africa, and direct engagement with retail partners. You will contribute to revenue growth by delivering excellent stock list support, executing point‑of‑sale strategies, and driving sales within designated territories.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and service a large existing client portfolio, including stock lists along major holiday routes and in diverse retail venues.
- Prospect and develop new client relationships, with the goal of expanding brand presence.
- Conduct regular visits to retail locations, fuel-stations, resorts, pharmacies, and regional outlets.
- Deliver product presentations and merchandising support to stock lists.
- Achieve sales targets through proactive field activity and effective territory management.
- Provide regular feedback to the internal operations and marketing team regarding customer trends, opportunities, and market insights.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
Matric (Grade 12) or equivalentProficiency in both English and AfrikaansValid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively across South AfricaSelf‑motivated, independent workerEager to learn, coachable and adaptableDesirable
Post‑matric qualifications in Sales, Marketing, or similarExperience working with retail stock lists and retail distributionDemonstrated success in B2B sales or field salesExperience using Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Prior sales training or related certificationWhat the Client Offers
Structured training and mentorship to help you succeed in salesOpportunity to work with a dynamic and expanding retail brand rooted in South African cultureField‑based role with autonomy and exposure to diverse environments—from urban centres to scenic travel routesA supportive team culture guided by integrity, growth mindset, and value‑focused service principlesIdeal Candidate Profile
Driven and results‑oriented, with a hunger to build a successful career in salesConfident communicator in both English and AfrikaansComfortable working unsupervised, with strong time and territory management skillsWilling to invest time in road‑based fieldwork and client engagementEnthusiastic about representing a proudly local brand and contributing to its growth story across South AfricaRemuneration & Benefits
Basic Salary : R12000 – R17500 per month (negotiable based on experience and current package)Vehicle Support : Company car or car allowance providedFuel Allowance : Covering travel across assigned territoryCell / Communication AllowanceCommission Earnings : Performance‑based incentives tied to sales targets#J-18808-Ljbffr