External Sales Representative – Multi-Sector Lubricants (JB6292) Gauteng

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Kontak Recruitment is actively recruiting for a External Sales Representative – Multi-Sector Lubricants (JB6292) position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 2 - 5 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent• Industry Focus: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development• Location Preference: in Gauteng

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-Sales and marketing roles like External Sales Representative – Multi-Sector Lubricants (JB6292) are key revenue drivers. This position offers direct impact on business growth and market expansion.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this External Sales Representative – Multi-Sector Lubricants (JB6292) position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 2 - 5 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Others• Specific achievements in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: External Sales Representative - Multi-Sector Lubricants (JB6292) Company: Kontak Recruitment

Position Overview Permanent role based in Alberton or Pretoria, Gauteng. The successful candidate will manage and expand the customer base of a leading supplier of premium oils, lubricants, greases and related products. Representing top brands like Shell and Valvoline, the External Sales Representative will sell into sectors such as agriculture, mining, manufacturing, transport, construction, and power engineering. This position combines new business development and account management, requiring a technically knowledgeable, self-driven professional who can visit customers daily throughout Gauteng.

Duties and Responsibilities 1. Manage and develop an allocated customer portfolio across multiple commercial and industrial sectors. 2. Identify and secure new business within agriculture, mining, manufacturing, transport, construction, power engineering, and other lubricant-consuming industries. 3. Conduct regular face-to-face customer visits throughout the allocated Gauteng territory. 4. Develop effective sales routes, calling cycles, and appointment schedules. 5. Promote and sell Shell, Valvoline, and other represented oils, lubricants, greases, and related products. 6. Assess customer operations and recommend products suitable for specific machinery, equipment, or vehicle applications. 7. Provide professional technical presentations, product advice, and application guidance. 8. Grow existing accounts by identifying additional products, applications, and sales opportunities. 9. Achieve agreed sales, gross-profit, and market-penetration targets. 10. Maintain regular contact with customers and drive repeat business. 11. Communicate pricing, promotions, focus products, stock availability, packaging, and product updates to customers. 12. Identify customers with declining or low sales and implement appropriate recovery plans. 13. Negotiate commercially sound agreements and maximize profitable sales opportunities. 14. Monitor service delivery and coordinate the resolution of customer queries or complaints. 15. Investigate customer problems, develop solutions, and provide accurate reports and recommendations. 16. Identify suitable promotional and advertising opportunities within the sales territory. 17. Maintain accurate customer, sales, visit, quotation, and pipeline records. 18. Provide continuous sales feedback and reports to management. 19. Build productive relationships with customers, suppliers, colleagues, and other stakeholders. 20. Work closely with Marketing, Operations, and Finance to support customer service and sustainable sales growth. 21. Maintain company-issued equipment and assets in accordance with company policy.

Requirements - Valid Code 8 driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle. - Willing and able to travel daily throughout Gauteng, particularly between Alberton, Pretoria, and East Gauteng. - Able to attend sales meetings at the Vereeniging office approximately every two weeks. - Minimum of two years’ external sales experience. - Direct sales experience within the oil, lubricant, or grease industry is essential. - Sound technical knowledge of lubricant and grease products and their applications. - Experience selling into one or more relevant sectors, such as agriculture, mining, industrial, manufacturing, transport, construction, or power engineering. - Existing customer relationships or industry networks would be advantageous. - Proven ability to secure new business and grow an existing customer portfolio. - Strong hunter-sales mentality supported by solid account-management skills. - Ability to conduct technical product presentations and provide application-based guidance. - Highly self-motivated and able to operate independently without micromanagement. - Strong selling, negotiation, and commercial decision-making skills. - Excellent relationship-management and stakeholder-engagement abilities. - Strong planning, route-management, and organizational skills. - Computer literate and comfortable using a company-provided cellphone and tablet. - Good analytical, reporting, and problem-solving abilities. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Career stability and a genuine interest in long-term employment.

Application Instructions Please do not apply using scanned CVs. No supporting documentation is required at this point; this will be requested later.