External Sales Representative

Remuneration:basic plus commission 
Location:Johannesburg, West Rand
Education level:Diploma
Job level:Mid
Own transport required:Yes
Type:Permanent
Reference:#SALES WR
Company:Worldwide Positions

Are you a results-driven sales professional with a passion for signage and digital printing? We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading print and signage manufacturer who is looking for a motivated External Sales Representative to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building client relationships, closing deals, and thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

�� About the role:

As a Sales Representative, you’ll be responsible for promoting the company’s signage, screen, and digital printing solutions to businesses and industrial clients. You’ll manage your own territory, meet with prospective and existing clients, and play a key role in driving growth and client satisfaction.

�� Key responsibilities:

  • Identify and compile a list of prospective customers and leads

  • Travel throughout your assigned region to engage with clients and secure orders

  • Present company offerings and quote prices, terms, and delivery timelines

  • Prepare sales contracts and manage negotiations

  • Collaborate with the production team to ensure timely delivery and job execution

  • Maintain records of sales activity and client interactions

  • Resolve routine customer concerns and escalate technical issues when needed

  • Monitor trends and new developments in the signage/print sector

Skills and requirements: essential skills:

  • Solid external sales experience (signage, print, or related B2B industries preferred)

  • Proven ability to negotiate with senior-level stakeholders

  • Strategic thinking with excellent problem-solving abilities

  • A high level of initiative, persistence, and internal motivation

  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

Communication and language:

  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both written and verbally

  • Comfortable engaging in presentations and one-on-one meetings

  • Able to write routine correspondence and reports

Mathematical ability:

  • Confident working with whole numbers, fractions, decimals

  • Can calculate rates, ratios, and percentages

  • Able to interpret and draw basic graphs (e.g., bar graphs)

Computer literacy:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including:

    • Outlook

    • Word

    • Excel

    • PowerPoint

Reasoning ability:

  • Able to define problems, gather and analyze relevant data

  • Capable of interpreting instructions and responding to common challenges logically

  • Comfortable solving problems within standard workplace conditions

��‍♂️ Physical demands:

The role involves a mix of desk-based work and field activity. You will regularly be required to:

  • Sit, stand, walk, reach, talk, and hear

  • Use your hands to handle tools or materials

  • Occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch

�� Work environment:

While most of your work will take place on the road or in office/client settings, you may occasionally be exposed to:

  • Mechanical parts, chemical fumes, and heat

  • A moderate level of ambient noise

Note: Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.
�� What makes you a great fit?

  • You're a confident communicator who can close deals

  • You have a resilient, positive attitude and a self-starter mentality

  • You're driven to exceed targets and deliver exceptional service

  • You thrive in both structured and dynamic work environments



Posted on 30 Jul 13:41, Closing date 28 Sep

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Kristin de Jager
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