Sales Representative - Steel Industry

R 20 000 - 30 000 Neg Basic Plus Commission (+ company car + cell phone allowance)

Location: Durban

Seeking an external Steel Sales Representative to join a leading, growing company within the Steel industry. The ideal candidate will have a solid sales track record and experience in dealing with hardwearing and high strength structural steel merchant plates as well as normal carbon steels (S355JR-AR). Thorough knowledge of these steel types and their respective applications is essential.

Responsibilities:

1. Identifying opportunities to improve sales performance
2. Preparing quotes
3. Monitoring market conditions and competitors
4. Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers

Requirements:

• Solid sales track record in the Steel industry essential
• Existing client base will be an advantage
• Some experience in the cut to size market would be ideal
• Must be self-disciplined and self-motivated - will be on the road 90% of the time
• Computer skills - MS Word, MS Excel and Outlook
• Willing to be away from home for prolonged periods if required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Great persuasive and negotiation skills
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills
• Able to operate as part of a team
• Networking ability
• Presentable and well spoken
• Works well under pressure

Apply: recruiter@sandicrowther.co.za