External Sales Representative

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking an experienced External Sales Representative to join a growing sales team based in Johannesburg.

Our client is looking for a sales-focused professional with foundry industry experience who is confident dealing with new and existing clients and can act as the technical link between the foundry and its customers.

• Conduct extensive travelling to new and existing clients.
  
• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
  
• Act as the technical liaison between the foundry and clients.
  
• Understand client requirements and communicate these effectively to the foundry.
  
• Assist with quoting on new jobs for potential clients.
  
• Develop and maintain a strong client base through regular engagement and follow-up.
  
• Identify opportunities to grow sales and secure new business.
  
• Provide clients with professional and technically informed service.
  
• Maintain ongoing relationships with clients to encourage repeat and long-term business.
  

Requirements

• Matric certificate, with Engineering Drawing as one of the subjects.
  
• Proven sales experience.
  
• Previous foundry industry experience is essential.
  
• Foundry-related trade qualification would be advantageous.
  
• Strong client-facing and relationship-building abilities.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Good attendance record and punctuality.
  
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel extensively to clients.