Sales Consultant – Electrical (Greenstone)

Sales Consultant – Electrical (Greenstone)
📍 Location: Greenstone, Gauteng
📅 Date Posted: 09 April 2025
📝 Job Type: Permanent
📎 Reference Number: LMGS45
💼 Work Level: Junior
💰 Salary: Market Related
🧩 EE Position: No

About the Company
Are you passionate about energy solutions and customer service excellence? If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and has a knack for electrical and sustainable energy products, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you. Our client is a well-established player in the retail and home improvement sector, offering high-quality electrical and hardware solutions to clients across South Africa. As they continue to expand their footprint, they are looking for a skilled Sales Consultant – Electrical to join their team in Greenstone.

Role Overview
As a Sales Consultant in the Electrical department, your role will center around providing tailored solutions to customers by understanding their needs and guiding them through the available product and service offerings. You’ll serve as the critical link between customers and the company, ensuring each interaction results in a positive experience and contributes to overall sales growth.

The ideal candidate will be well-versed in electrical products and sustainable energy solutions, customer-centric, and capable of managing multiple customer touchpoints—before, during, and after the sale. A confident communicator with a friendly demeanor, you should be able to make customers feel welcome while also helping them make the best buying decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage customers with the goal of understanding their project or product needs and recommending the most suitable solutions.

• Drive sales by building relationships and following a structured sales process to meet or exceed monthly targets.

• Educate customers on product functionality, services available (including installation and delivery), and value-added solutions.

• Support customers through the entire purchasing journey—before, during, and after the sale—ensuring a seamless experience.

• Maintain a fully stocked and visually appealing store, ensuring cleanliness, accurate pricing, and product availability.

• Participate in department commercial action plans, including promotional events, new product launches, and seasonal campaigns.

• Liaise with merchandisers and the Department Manager to ensure customer preferences are reflected in stock selections.

• Stay informed about market trends and competitor offerings to identify new business opportunities.

• Follow up on leads, use multiple sales channels (e.g., email, phone, WhatsApp), and ensure prompt customer communication.

• Offer personalized product bundles and service options for larger projects or long-term clients.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 qualification is essential.

• Proven sales experience, ideally within a hardware or electrical retail environment.

• Hands-on knowledge of electrical products and a solid understanding of sustainable energy solutions.

• Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written.

• Must be customer-oriented, with a friendly, confident, and approachable personality.

• Good problem-solving abilities and ability to work independently.

• Understanding of pricing methodologies and how to offer competitive solutions.

• Proficient in managing sales using multiple platforms (in-store, phone, email, and WhatsApp).

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task effectively in a busy store environment.

What the Company Offers

• A market-related salary with performance incentives.

• A supportive, energetic team environment.

• Ongoing training and development in both product knowledge and sales skills.

• The opportunity to be part of a company that values innovation and sustainable energy.

• Career progression opportunities based on performance.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, irrespective of race, gender, religion, or background.

How to Apply
Interested in becoming the next top Sales Consultant? Submit your updated CV and cover letter using the application link provided. Be sure to include Reference Number: LMGS45 in your application.

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