External Sales Representative

Job Description

Seeking a results driven individual to join our dynamic sales team to achieve maximum sales profitability, growth and account penetration within an assigned client base and/or market segment by effectively selling Macsteel VRN products and related services.

• Minimum Grade 12 (Std 10)
• Knowledge of VRN products is essential – Stainless, Aluminium and Carbon Steel
• Minimum Of 5 Years External Sales Experience.
• Key account management is essential.
• Technical drawing experience and the interpretation thereof is a pre-requisite.
• CAD Experience Is Essential.
• Must be computer literate. Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and SAP experience is essential.
• Excellent verbal / telephonic communication skills are a requirement.
• Must be a team player.

• All aspects of external sales including handling of customer calls, preparation of quotations and processing of customer orders
• Exceptional customer interaction and service levels.
• Follow-up with customers to ensure completion of order requirements.
• Meeting sales targets
• Day to day liaison with stores, operations, distribution, and customers.
• Quotes, costing and sourcing.
• Liaise with Management on pricing (special, contract and normal pricing).
• Provide market intelligence and activities to grow market share.
• Identify new business opportunities.
• Maximise business unit profits.
• Assist with stock counts.