Urgent: Industrial Sewing Machine Sales Representative – Textiles Industry (Joburg & Durban)
Chart HR is urgently seeking talented individuals for an exciting opportunity!
About the Role
Our client, a leading supplier of equipment and accessories for the textiles and apparel industry, is looking for a professional Sales Representative. If you have experience selling B2B in the textiles/apparel market, this could be your next big career move!
Preference will be given to candidates with sales experience in the textiles/apparel industry, especially those with experience selling embroidery machines, printing machines, and associated software.
Positions Available
- 2 Positions
- Location 1: Joburg CBD (Start ASAP)
- Location 2: Durban (Start Nov/Dec)
Job Purpose
As the Embroidery, Printing Machines & Software Sales Representative, you will be responsible for achieving sales targets by promoting, demonstrating, and selling embroidery machines, printing machines, software solutions, consumables, and related products. Your role will involve identifying new business opportunities, cultivating strong customer relationships, understanding client needs, and providing suitable equipment and software solutions to meet their operational and production requirements.
Main Responsibilities
- Sales and Business Development:
- Achieve agreed sales targets for embroidery machines, printing machines, digital printers, consumables, software, and related products.
- Actively grow sales in this division by leveraging the existing client base and cold calling for new clients.
- Customer Needs Analysis & Solution Selling
- Customer Relationship Management
- Ongoing Market Development & Lead Generation
- Stay Up to Date on Product and Industry Knowledge
- Sales Admin & Reporting
- Teamwork & Internal Coordination, Customer Feedback & Continuous Improvement, and General Duties
Minimum Requirements
- Strong sales and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to identify customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Ability to work independently and meet sales targets.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Computer literacy and ability to learn and demonstrate relevant software.
- Ability to understand and communicate technical product information.
- A valid driver’s licence, own reliable car, and willingness to travel to customers.
Remuneration
This permanent position offers a competitive salary, commission structure, and a fuel card for business travel.
Are you what we are looking for?
- A seasoned ‘hunter’ able to drum up new business?
- Experienced in the apparel industry?
Application Process
If you meet the requirements and are ready for a challenging and rewarding career, send your CV to: richard@charthr.co.za
Closing Date
Please submit your application by 26 October 2026.