Technical Sales Representative

Saint-Gobain · Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

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Why do we need you ?

  • Do you have a passion for sales and a talent for building lasting customer relationships?
  • Chryso, Saint-Gobain is seeking an ambitious Sales Representative to manage and grow a dedicated territory within the construction, ready-mix concrete RMX, and precast markets. You will play a pivotal role in delivering sustainable revenue growth, protecting market share, and supporting customers with solutions that add real value. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team where your drive, initiative, and commercial expertise will make a tangible impact.

Is this job for you ?

  • Develop and manage the allocated sales territory and customer portfolio to achieve budgeted sales targets and growth expectations.
  • Implement approved sales strategies and business plans within the assigned region.
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities and market segments.
  • Promote and sell the company's products and services to existing and prospective customers.
  • Manage and develop key customer accounts to ensure business growth and long-term retention.
  • Protect and maintain market share within the assigned territory and market segments.
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships through regular engagement and support.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for customers within the allocated territory.
  • Resolve customer complaints and coordinate product quality investigations with relevant departments.
  • Provide effective after-sales support and technical assistance where required.
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and service delivery.
  • Ensure compliance with company pricing strategies and policies.
  • Achieve and maintain profitability targets IR%.
  • Monitor customer pricing arrangements and market trends.
  • Support profitable growth of the territory.
  • Gather and report competitor, market, customer, economic, and credit information.
  • Monitor changes within the marketplace and communicate opportunities or risks to management.
  • Prepare and submit accurate monthly and quarterly sales reports.
  • Provide reliable sales forecasts and volume projections.
  • Submit weekly call plans and customer visit reports within agreed timelines.
  • Participate in monthly stock-taking activities.
  • Maintain accurate forecasting to support inventory management and minimize working capital requirements.
  • Monitor customer credit status and ensure adherence to credit management procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with company systems, processes, and procedures.
  • Manage expenses within approved budget parameters.
  • Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Comply with all safety, health, and environmental requirements.
  • Safeguard company assets and confidential information.
  • Maintain ethical business practices and professional conduct at all times.
  • Participate in management meetings and team-building initiatives.
  • Represent the company professionally at industry events, networking functions, exhibitions, and technical seminars.
  • Promote a positive company image within the industry and marketplace.
  • Contribute to a customer-focused and collaborative organizational culture.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor Degree/National Diploma in Civil Engineering
  • Bachelor Degree/National Diploma in Construction Management.
  • Civil Engineering qualification with a focus on construction materials
  • Minimum 3–5 years' sales experience, preferably within the construction, concrete, cement, building materials, chemicals, or related industries.
  • Understanding of sales principles and customer service practices.
  • Knowledge of the construction, ready-mix, or precast concrete market would be advantageous.
  • Understanding of territory and account management principles.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
  • Ability to prepare and deliver professional PowerPoint presentations
  • Sales forecasting and reporting capabilities.
  • Valid driver's licence.
  • Willingness to travel extensively within the allocated territory
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