EXTERNAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE

- Western Cape

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Location: Greater Cape Town Area
Industry: Industrial Technical Sales | Motion Plastics | Automation
 

Overview
A leading manufacturer of high-performance motion plastics and polymer-based components seeks a dynamic External Sales Representative for the Western Cape. This role focuses on servicing existing customers, growing new business, and delivering technical solutions across a
range of industrial applications.

 

You will collaborate closely with internal teams, engineers, and product specialists to provide exceptional customer support while driving sales performance and cross-selling opportunities.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement customer visits using Salesforce (iBuddy)

• Visit 6+ clients per day – both new and existing

• Identify customer needs and provide technical solutions

• Recommend product alternatives based on cost, availability, and specs

• Increase average order value through up-selling and cross-selling

• Educate clients on product features, benefits, and terminology

• Keep up to date with new products, customer trends, and trade shows

• Maintain accurate records of all visits and interactions on Salesforce

• Liaise with internal departments (accounts, order management, distribution)

• Support stock and inventory processes when required

• Adhere to company procedures and represent the brand professionally at all times

 

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) – minimum

• Minimum 5 years of external technical sales experience in the industrial sector

• Electrical product knowledge is advantageous

• Technically minded, with attention to detail

• Strong computer literacy

• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills

• High work ethic and proven ability to grow a customer base

• Self-motivated, accountable, and committed to customer satisfaction

 

Personal Attributes

• Honesty and integrity

• Willingness to learn and grow

• Strong sense of accountability

• Excellent time management

• Passion for delivering outstanding customer service

• Takes pride in their work and achievements

 

Remuneration:
Package includes

• Basic:   R22 000.00/month

• Car allowance: R6 750.00/month

• 2.5% growth commission (bi-annual)

• Company Fuel card for Business

• Company mobile phone

• Company Laptop

 

About the Company:
Our client is a pioneer in the development and manufacturing of lubrication-free motion plastics used in automation, robotics, flexible cables, energy chains, bearings, lead screw systems, low-cost automation, and more. Their products are produced using advanced plastic
injection moulding processes and tailored to exact client specifications across multiple sectors.

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How to Apply:

If you're technically minded, customer-focused, and ready to drive sales in a high-performance
environment, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Send your CV in WORD DOC FORMAT ONLY to: jobs@crownstaffing.co.za

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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