Sales Representative (Oil Industry) (JB5546)

Sales Representative (Oil Industry) (JB5546)
Vaal Triangle, Vereeniging
R50,000 – R60,000 a month CTC
Permanent

A leading, long-established oil distributor selling to resellers, end users, spare shops, and industry players is looking for a dedicated and profesional Sales Representative. With strong customer relationships, a supportive internal team, and advanced technology through an integrated CRM and accounting system, they deliver real-time sales data and performance tracking. This strategic sales role suits a self-driven, money-motivated professional with proven oil and lubricants industry experience, capable of managing their own sales area, driving retention and new business growth, and advising on product applications for diesel, hydraulic, turbine, and other oils while supported by robust administrative, logistical, and warehousing teams

Minimum Requirements:
Matric / Grade 12 (non-negotiable)
Valid driver’s licence (Code 8) and own reliable transport
Minimum 2+ years’ proven sales experience
Oil and lubricants industry experience essential – must understand basic applications (e.g., difference between hydraulic and diesel oil)
Strong sales, negotiation, and customer relationship skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated, target-driven, and money-focused
Ability to work independently and manage a designated sales territory
Computer literate with strong business acumen
Willingness to travel within allocated region and attend bi-weekly meetings (alternating sales meetings and area surveys)

Duties and Responsibilities:
Sales & Account Management
Manage sales targets and drive growth through regular customer visits and territory management
Maintain and grow an existing customer base while sourcing new business opportunities
Provide customers with updated product information, pricing, promotions, and special offers
Identify and develop promotional and advertising opportunities in the sales area to ensure ROI
Follow structured sales routes, calling cycles, and appointments
Customer Service
Resolve customer complaints by investigating issues, developing solutions, and providing feedback to management
Maintain detailed and accurate records of customer interactions and problem resolutions
Operational & Strategic Planning
Implement strategic business plans to expand market share
Monitor and report on sales performance (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual)
Utilise the CRM system for visit logging, customer history, and performance tracking
Work closely with marketing, operations, and finance to ensure service excellence
Identify emerging markets, product opportunities, and competitor activity
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
Demonstrate technical selling skills and product knowledge during presentations and consultations

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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