Consumer Products Sales Representative

Recruiter:

Watershed Consulting

Job Ref:

Paul DIYB

Date posted:

Friday, April 24, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R28,000 (Negotiable) + Company Car + Medical Aid + Pension + Commission (Avg. R20000 PM)

SUMMARY:
Servicing an existing customer base in the adhesives and sealant products, expanding distribution through new business development, and ensuring world-class merchandising standards in the Vaal Triangle, JHB South, Alberton, Potchefstroom & Klerksdorp areas.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Growth: Meet monthly sales and GP targets; identify and close new business opportunities within the hardware/retail sector.
Account Management: Maintain a regular call cycle to service existing clients, manage stock levels, and implement GAP analysis to introduce new product lines.
Brand Excellence: Oversee in-store merchandising, conduct product training for customers, and represent the brand at trade shows.
Admin & Logistics: Manage contract pricing, assist with debt collection/credit queries, and provide accurate weekly/monthly sales reports.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with merchandisers, technical trainers, and distribution teams to ensure seamless service delivery.

Requirements

Education: Matric (Grade 12) essential; Tertiary Diploma in Sales/Marketing highly advantageous.
Experience: 4–6 years of proven sales and business development experience (ideally within hardware, FMCG, or industrial consumables).
Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of hardware sales trends and retail distribution.
Skills: Strong assertive communication, high initiative, and proficiency in sales reporting (knowledge of QlikView is a plus).
Attributes: A self-starter capable of maintaining high productivity levels and building influential professional relationships.
Fully Bilingual in English and Afrikaans (Beneficial)

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