Field Sales Representative

About the position

Drive Sales and Client Growth in the Waste Management Industry

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal | Fixed Term Contract extendable if a proven fit

About Our Client
Our client is a leader in the waste management sector, known for delivering efficient and sustainable solutions across South Africa. They are expanding their presence in KwaZulu-Natal and seeking driven, self-motivated professionals to join their sales force. With a performance-driven culture and strong operational support, this is an excellent opportunity to gain sector-specific experience while contributing to environmental improvement.

The Role: Sales Representative - KZN
This role focuses on generating new business, managing existing client relationships, and achieving set sales targets. The position is well-suited for someone with external sales experience and a proactive, client-centric approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed monthly sales and upselling targets
• Maintain and execute an external client call cycle
• Set and manage a full week of appointments, site visits, and follow-ups
• Generate and forward quotations and costings
• Liaise with the Regional General Manager and Sales Manager on progress and scheduling
• Maintain accurate sales call sheets and admin reports
• Coordinate with dispatch/stores for delivery follow-up
• Adhere to vehicle usage policies and maintain related documentation

About You

• Minimum 2 years' experience as an External Sales Representative (waste industry preferred)
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding monthly targets
• Strong planning and administrative skills
• Own reliable vehicle and valid South African driver's license
• Matric certificate
• Available immediately and comfortable with a fixed-term contract

Package & Remuneration

• Basic Salary: R25,000
• Restraint of Trade: R5,000
• Travel Allowance: R5,000
• KPI Bonus: Up to R25,000 (performance-based)
• Sales Commission
• Working Hours: 07h30 to 16h30 (Mon-Fri) + 1 Saturday/month

If you're goal-oriented, enjoy client interaction, and are ready to take the next step in a fast-moving industry, this could be the right role for you.

Desired Skills:

• Sales Target Achievement
• Client Relationship Management
• Quotation Generation
• Appointment Scheduling
• Territory Planning
• Administrative Reporting
• Vehicle Policy Compliance
• Product Delivery Follow-Up
• External Sales Experience
• Time Management

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years Representative / Sales Consulting

Desired Qualification Level:

• Grade 12 / Matric