Company: Divergent Recruit (Pty) Ltd
Location: Epping, Cape Town, Western Cape
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Date Posted: 11 July 2025
Application Closing Date: 31 July 2025
About the Company
Divergent Recruit (Pty) Ltd is a progressive and dynamic recruitment firm committed to matching top-tier talent with South Africa’s most respected companies. With a strong focus on the logistics, transport, and courier sectors, Divergent Recruit is currently hiring on behalf of a client in the freight and warehousing space.
This is your opportunity to join a fast-growing organisation in Epping, Cape Town, as a Sales Representative in Logistics, Transport, and Road Freight. This role is designed for professionals who are highly motivated, results-oriented, and passionate about building lasting client relationships while increasing revenue.
Position Overview
As a Sales Representative, you’ll take full ownership of driving sales across the logistics and transport portfolio. You’ll be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, securing deals, and managing key accounts while aligning with operational and service excellence standards. This position offers a basic salary of R25,000 per month, plus commission, fuel allowance, a company cell phone, and a laptop—a competitive package for a go-getter in the logistics space.
This is a high-performance environment that rewards initiative, sales targets, and superior customer engagement. If you thrive in fast-paced, client-facing roles and are ready to expand your career in logistics and freight, this is the job for you.
Key Responsibilities
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Generate quality leads through outbound efforts and market intelligence
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Build and maintain strong customer relationships in logistics, warehousing, and transport sectors
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Conduct on-site client visits to evaluate needs and promote service offerings
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Drive new business by securing long-term logistics contracts and fleet solutions
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Negotiate pricing and service agreements to increase margins and market share
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Maintain detailed client records, call reports, and pipeline activity logs
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Prepare and deliver sales and budget forecasts
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Assist clients with quotes, product information, and support after sales
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Provide accurate weekly and monthly reports to management
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Open new client accounts and assist with onboarding processes
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Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead
Minimum Requirements
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Matric (Grade 12) – essential
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Proven success in a sales role within logistics, transport, courier, fleet or warehousing
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Minimum of 2–5 years’ experience in logistics B2B sales
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Strong business development and negotiation skills
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Excellent English and Afrikaans communication (verbal and written)
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Must own a reliable vehicle and hold a valid driver’s licence (no endorsements)
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Highly professional, well-spoken, and presentable
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Comfortable working in a high-pressure, target-driven environment
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Willingness to conduct market research and engage new prospects independently
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Candidates with industry-adjacent experience in fleet or warehousing will also be considered
Skills and Attributes
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Highly motivated and target-focused
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Strong interpersonal and rapport-building skills
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Confident presenter with excellent negotiation abilities
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Good time management and self-discipline
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Exceptional customer service skills including post-sales engagement
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Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing logistics environment
Remuneration Package
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R25,000.00 basic salary per month
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Commission structure based on performance
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Fuel allowance provided
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Company cell phone and laptop
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Opportunities for long-term career growth and increased earning potential
Equal Opportunity Statement
Divergent Recruit is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be considered fairly based on merit and relevance to the role. The company is committed to a fair hiring process and upholding the standards of the POPI Act (4 of 2013).
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are excited about this dynamic role, submit your updated CV in MS Word format, along with any relevant supporting documents. You can also contact Shireen directly on 061 413 4336 to discuss the position further. Applications must be submitted before 31 July 2025.
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