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Sales Associate

Canadian Solar South Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Job Description

We are looking for a Sales Associate to join our team in Cape Town, South Africa on a full time basis.

Responsibilities
  • Manage existing accounts and orders as directed by the Regional Sales Manager.
  • Answer leads and negotiate prices, volume and contract terms.
  • Coordinate with internal departments to resolve commercial, technical and financial objections.
  • Manage existing orders and follow up on payments.
  • Represent the company's brand to existing and new accounts.
  • Ensure compliance with internal processes, policies, and external regulations.
Qualifications and Skills
  • Minimum undergraduate degree in Business Administration or a related field.
  • 1+ years of sales experience in the solar industry.
  • Sales experience within the Africa region or equivalent international exposure.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Familiarity with CRM tools (SAP and Dynamics) is advantageous.
  • Experience with AI tools or chatbots is highly advantageous.
Competencies
  • Result driven approach with a proactive attitude and high initiative.
  • Excellent teamwork, communication and intercultural skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset, pragmatism and sense of urgency.
  • Ability to work autonomously with high flexibility and reliability under pressure.
  • Strong planning, organization, accountability and eagerness to learn.
  • Availability to work 40 hours per week.
Language Requirement

Fluency in English.

What We Offer
  • Independent and responsible working style within an international, dynamic company.
  • Collaboration with colleagues from over 25 countries.
  • Opportunity to actively shape the future of the company.
  • Competitive salary package with company social benefits.
  • Individual further education and training opportunities.

About This Role

Career insights for Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products positions

Salary Benchmark
R42,824/month
R29,904 to R59,610/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Speaking Negotiation Persuasion Social Perceptiveness
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