External Sales Representative
External Sales Representative
Existing Customers & Demand Creation
We are looking for a motivated and customer-focused External Sales Representative to join a growing sales team. This field-based role focuses on building strong relationships with existing customers while proactively creating demand for products and solutions across the assigned territory.
This is an excellent opportunity for a sales professional who enjoys managing accounts, identifying growth opportunities, and working closely with customers to deliver long-term value.
The Role
As an External Sales Representative, you will be responsible for managing relationships with existing customers while identifying opportunities to grow business within your territory. You will work closely with customers to understand their needs, introduce new solutions, and ensure a high level of service and satisfaction.
You will also play a key role in driving product awareness through presentations, demonstrations, and customer engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Relationship Management
Act as the primary point of contact for assigned customers
Conduct regular onsite and virtual customer visits
Build strong relationships to understand customer needs and identify opportunities
Develop and manage account plans to support long-term growth and loyalty
Ensure excellent customer service by coordinating support and resolving issues effectively
Demand Creation & Business Development
Identify opportunities for cross-selling and upselling within existing accounts
Generate new demand through engagement with installers, planners, distributors, and other stakeholders
Promote products and solutions through presentations, demonstrations, and training sessions
Build awareness and encourage specification of products within customer projects
Territory & Sales Management
Develop and execute a clear territory growth strategy
Achieve agreed sales targets and performance objectives
Maintain accurate forecasts, sales pipelines, and activity reports using CRM tools
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer developments to adapt sales strategies
Skills & Experience
We are looking for someone who is proactive, relationship-driven, and confident working in a field-based sales environment.
Key skills include:
Strong relationship-building and customer engagement skills
A proactive approach to identifying and developing sales opportunities
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities
Experience required:
Previous experience in external sales, account management, or field sales
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