Sales Rep / Packaging Specialist
Company
The Recruiters
Location
Johannesburg
Salary
R 200K–R 300K a year
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via JobLeads
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Job Description
Territory: Gauteng and surrounding provinces (occasional travel across South Africa)
An established supplier of industrial stretch film used in logistics and manufacturing environments is looking for a driven Packaging Specialist to join their sales team. This is a consultative B2B sales role focused on helping clients reduce their cost per pallet wrapped through on‑site trials, technical analysis and improved wrapping techniques.
Key Responsibilities
• Prospect and secure new industrial clients
• Conduct on‑site pallet wrapping trials and product demonstrations
• Demonstrate cost‑per‑pallet savings to customers
• Build and manage long‑term client relationships
• Train customer staff on optimal wrapping techniques
• Grow revenue within existing accounts
This is a field‑based role requiring regular visits to factories, warehouses and distribution centres.
Target Customers
Typical clients include
• FMCG manufacturers
• Beverage manufacturers
• Logistics warehouses and distribution centres
• Industrial manufacturers transporting large pallet volumes
Requirements
• 310 years B2B industrial sales experience
• Experience selling into factories, logistics operations or warehouses
• Strong new business development and prospecting ability
• Analytical mindset with the ability to present cost‑saving solutions
• Self‑motivated, resilient and comfortable working independently
Experience in packaging, plastics, industrial consumables, warehousing equipment, logistics packaging or palletising systems will be advantageous.
Package
• Salary : R30 000 R50 000 per month
• Commission structure with guaranteed commission initially
• Fuel card
• Vehicle maintenance and tyres covered
• Company cell phone
• Corporate credit card for travel (after tenure)
To Apply
Please email your updated CV in Word format, along with a copy of your ID, drivers licence, reference letters or contactable referees and a recent profile picture of yourself to
An established supplier of industrial stretch film used in logistics and manufacturing environments is looking for a driven Packaging Specialist to join their sales team. This is a consultative B2B sales role focused on helping clients reduce their cost per pallet wrapped through on‑site trials, technical analysis and improved wrapping techniques.
Key Responsibilities
• Prospect and secure new industrial clients
• Conduct on‑site pallet wrapping trials and product demonstrations
• Demonstrate cost‑per‑pallet savings to customers
• Build and manage long‑term client relationships
• Train customer staff on optimal wrapping techniques
• Grow revenue within existing accounts
This is a field‑based role requiring regular visits to factories, warehouses and distribution centres.
Target Customers
Typical clients include
• FMCG manufacturers
• Beverage manufacturers
• Logistics warehouses and distribution centres
• Industrial manufacturers transporting large pallet volumes
Requirements
• 310 years B2B industrial sales experience
• Experience selling into factories, logistics operations or warehouses
• Strong new business development and prospecting ability
• Analytical mindset with the ability to present cost‑saving solutions
• Self‑motivated, resilient and comfortable working independently
Experience in packaging, plastics, industrial consumables, warehousing equipment, logistics packaging or palletising systems will be advantageous.
Package
• Salary : R30 000 R50 000 per month
• Commission structure with guaranteed commission initially
• Fuel card
• Vehicle maintenance and tyres covered
• Company cell phone
• Corporate credit card for travel (after tenure)
To Apply
Please email your updated CV in Word format, along with a copy of your ID, drivers licence, reference letters or contactable referees and a recent profile picture of yourself to
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