Global Water Solutions (GWS) is seeking a talented and driven Retail Sales Representative to join our passionate sales force in South Africa, focusing on all the GWS products, but with particular focus on Water Treatment and filtration.
The ideal candidate must have a minimum of at least 3 years of external sales experience, which is a MUST for this role and fluency in both English and Afrikaans required.
Applications from candidates who have applied within the past 3 to 6 months will not be considered for this position.
GWS is a leading global manufacturer of pressure tanks and water enhancement products. Since our inception, we have been dedicated to enhancing lives by providing innovative technologies and products that ensure access to clean water worldwide.
We are looking for a team player and result-driven professional with a forte to strategize and understand market and consumer insights, having strong business ethics, with a solid proven record of exceeding sales and client satisfaction. If you have a hands-on attitude and enjoy travelling for work in an internationally growing company with flat hierarchies and amazing colleagues, we are keen to hear from you!
At GWS, you will have international exposure with a dynamic and friendly environment. We foster a fair and achievement-oriented work culture, where employees are highly valued and motivated, encouraged to explore the full potential of their skillsets and grow further. Being a people-oriented organization, GWS nurtures a flexible, engaging, collaborative and yet challenging and autonomous work environment.
The Sales Representative will directly report to the Regional Director – Africa and will be based in Gauteng.
Website: https://www.globalwatersolutions.com
Roles and Responsibilities :
- Build and maintain rapport with the hardware outlet branches we are dealing with.
- Visit on a rotational call cycle basis of 6 weeks, so extensive travel is a key part of this position—possibly three days every week, up to two weeks.
- Grow the client's purchases where we have limited exposure.
- Ensure "inactive" branches are persuaded to start buying again.
- Perform analysis of prospects and design solutions that best meet customer needs. Be the "go-to person" when it comes to problem-solving and offering suggestions to suit customer requirements.
- Gain adequate technical knowledge of our products and their usage by continually reading and familiarizing yourself with what each product is used for.
- Train, educate, and conduct seminars with customers on our products and applications. This is ongoing and crucial at the stores with their staff.
- Attend regional trade shows and expos to promote GWS and its products.
- Provide clear and accurate reporting of sales outcomes and activities to management.
- Meet and exceed the given and agreed-upon monthly and annual sales targets.
- Complete adequate physical sales calls in all given areas to ensure that targets are met and exceeded.
- Participate in sales and business training programs to improve sales performance.
- Manage the budget for travel expenses.
What We Offer:- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for professional development working globally
- Positive, supportive work environment
- Provident fund
- Medical aid (optional)
- Car allowance
How to Apply:
- Please visit the Global Water Solutions company website, go to the careers section, and apply for the position through our BambooHR platform.
https://globalwater.bamboohr.com/careers/
Last but not least, if you’re curious to learn more about our products, feel free to visit our company website and LinkedIn page linked below.
We look forward to meeting you! Global Water Solutions - Where Water Gets Better