Internal Sales Consultant

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Internal Sales Consultant at Talent Candey, a recruitment business. The position is based full-time at their Bluff, Durban office. The company offers an established recruitment business with an existing client database, leads for new business development, commission-earning potential, and a supportive, collaborative team environment. The consultant will have the opportunity to build strong client relationships and contribute directly to business growth. **What you will do** * Conduct outbound sales and business development calls to prospective clients. * Work through supplied leads and identify new opportunities within our existing database. * Reconnect with previous clients to generate repeat business. * Identify and approach potential new clients and key decision-makers. * Introduce Talent Candey's recruitment services and understand clients' staffing requirements. * Build genuine, professional and long-lasting client relationships. * Consistently follow up on calls, emails, enquiries, leads and proposals. * Secure client meetings and new recruitment assignments. * Attend potential client visits when required. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities, client interactions and follow-ups. * Take ownership of individual sales pipelines and business development activities. * Achieve agreed sales and business development targets. * Work collaboratively with the recruitment team to ensure a positive client experience. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Previous experience in sales, telesales, internal sales or business development. * Confident and comfortable making outbound calls, including cold calling. * Ability to communicate professionally with business owners, managers and decision-makers. * Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills. * A natural ability to identify opportunities and confidently close sales. * Excellent follow-up, organisational and administrative skills. * Good computer literacy and ability to maintain accurate client records. * Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently. * Resilient, consistent and comfortable working towards targets. * A professional, positive and customer-focused approach. * Previous recruitment industry experience will be advantageous. * A valid driver's license will be advantageous for potential client visits. * Must be able to work full-time from our Bluff, Durban office. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this role is someone who: * Is confident, assertive, respectful, and approachable, comfortable initiating conversations. * Has a friendly, down-to-earth personality and genuinely enjoys working with people. * Is emotionally mature, professional, and able to handle challenging conversations constructively. * Takes initiative, follows through on commitments, and accepts accountability. * Is receptive to guidance and feedback and willing to learn. * Works well as part of a team while managing their own responsibilities. * Has a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a genuine drive to succeed. * Understands that successful sales are built on trust, consistency, and relationships, rather than pressure or aggressive selling. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/retail/sales-assistant/bluff/internal-sales-consultant-id-7603386 Source: jobmail

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