Key details
Quick facts about this role
Location
KwaZulu-Natal
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
Market related
Posted
25 Mar 2026
Closes
14 Apr 2026
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Junior Sales Representative - External Sales
Do you have a passion for sales, are you motivated, and do you have 2–3 years of external sales experience, ideally within the lighting, electrical, or construction industries?
A leading lighting company based in Cornubia is seeking a junior External Sales Representative to support sales growth and expand its customer base.
This role is ideal for someone with a genuine desire to grow their career in sales.
Requirements
Duties
Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience
A leading lighting company based in Cornubia is seeking a junior External Sales Representative to support sales growth and expand its customer base.
This role is ideal for someone with a genuine desire to grow their career in sales.
Requirements
- Matric (relevant sales or technical qualification advantageous)
- 2–3 years’ experience in external sales (lighting, electrical, or construction-related industries preferred)
- Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license (essential)
- Proven sales track record
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Good time management and planning skills
Duties
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients
- Actively source new business opportunities within assigned territories
- Conduct regular client visits, presentations, and product promotions
- Provide professional advice on lighting products and solutions
- Prepare quotations, follow up on orders, and close sales deals
- Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions and sales activities
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity
- Liaise with internal teams to ensure efficient order processing and customer satisfaction
Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience