About the position
External Sales Representative (On-the-Road) – KwaZulu-Natal - CUT-AND EDGE
Location: KwaZulu-Natal
Job Overview
We are seeking a driven and experienced External Sales Representative to grow and manage our customer base across KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate must already have strong relationships within the timber and hardware industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Service existing customers and source new business opportunities
- Call on hardware retailers, timber merchants, and manufacturers
- Prepare quotations and follow up on orders
- Promote full product range (timber, boards, cut-and-edge, hardware)
- Monitor market trends and competitor pricing
- Achieve monthly sales targets
Minimum Requirements
- Proven external sales experience in timber, board, hardware, or building materials
- Independent hardware/timber merchants
- Valid South African driver’s licence
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to calculate mark-ups, gross profit, and discounts
- Understanding of cutting lists and cut-and-edge processes
- K8 system experience advantageous
Remuneration
- Basic salary: R6,500 per month
- Attractive commission structure (performance-based)
- Company vehicle
- Fuel allowance
- Company cell phone
About the Company
- Timber
- Melamine boards
- MDF & chipboard
- Cut-and-edge services
- Kitchen and cabinetry hardware
We serve contractors, carpenters, kitchen manufacturers, and retailers across KwaZulu-Natal.
We are committed to locating the ideal job for you, so we kindly advise against paying for this service. There are no costs associated with securing employment with us.
Desired Skills:
- sales
- marketing
- cut and edge
