External Sales Consultant

Location: Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha)
Industry: Food Services / Hospitality Sales

Job Purpose:

To drive sales growth by securing new business, maintaining and expanding existing client relationships, and delivering exceptional customer service within the food services and hospitality sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify and develop new business opportunities through cold calling and networking
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients
Conduct regular client visits to ensure service excellence and customer satisfaction
Promote and sell products/services to meet and exceed sales targets
Prepare and present sales proposals and quotations
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs
Resolve customer queries and provide effective solutions
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery
Maintain accurate records of sales activities and client interactions

Minimum Requirements:

Matric (Grade 12) – essential
Relevant tertiary qualification – advantageous
Previous sales experience – advantageous (preferably in food services/hospitality)
Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle – essential
Willingness to travel within the region

Key Competencies & Skills:

Strong sales drive with a “go-getter” attitude
Self-motivated and target-driven
Excellent problem-solving ability
Strong customer service orientation
Resilient and able to handle rejection positively
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Outgoing, confident, and professional demeanor
Positive, proactive, and results-focused mindset
Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships
Team player with a willingness to learn and grow
Humble, adaptable, and open to feedback

Behavioral Attributes:

Ambitious and career-driven
Persistent and determined to close sales
Emotionally resilient – does not take rejection personally
High level of integrity and professionalism

What Success Looks Like:

Consistent achievement (or exceeding) of sales targets
Growth in client base and revenue
Strong, long-lasting client relationships
Positive contribution to team and company culture