Sales Representative (Chemicals)

TL;DR

Sales Representative (Chemicals): Driving customer engagement and sales growth within the food, homecare, and animal feed sectors with an accent on territory management and customer relationship building. Focus on expanding the product basket, managing supply contracts, and executing cold calling strategies to exceed sales targets.

Location: Hybrid (Cape Town, South Africa)

Company

hirify.global is a leading distributor of chemicals and inputs for specific industrial and agricultural segments across the African continent.

What you will do

• Manage and expand the existing and new customer base within the assigned territory.
• Grow the product basket for existing customers and identify new client needs to increase offering.
• Oversee supply contracts and work to exceed established sales budgets.
• Provide high-quality customer service and handle all incoming inquiries and problems.
• Conduct cold calling and promote the brand in a positive and professional manner.
• Support the Branch Manager with various office administration tasks.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) qualification.
• 2-3 years of experience in the Food, Homecare, or Animal Feed industries.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages and knowledge of D365 administrative systems.
• Ability to work autonomously with strong interpersonal skills.

Nice to have

• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to compile detailed reports on customer requirements, usage, and history.
• Persuasive communication skills and the ability to read people well.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, international, and agile work environment.
• Culture promoting freedom, initiative, and "out of the box" thinking.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a growing, versatile environment.

Hiring process

• Submission of resume detailing relevant experience.
• Initial contact and screening by the HR team if the profile matches.