Sales Consultant - Laundry Equipment

The Phakisa Group is a dynamic and values-driven company. We pride ourselves as being a reliable and agile strategic business partner. Our experienced team is strategically focussed on support services across all major sectors. Phakisa subscribes to a culture of openness, fairness and social upliftment. Our corporate employees pursue a culture of high performance and delivering and exceeding client expectations.Duties and Responsibilities: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Consultant to join our team, specializing in the consultative sale of laundry appliances. This is a project-based sales role where the consultant partners with clients throughout the sales cycle—from initial inquiry to final delivery and installation. The ideal candidate is solutions-driven, technically knowledgeable, and thrives on building long-term client relationships within the restaurant, hospitality, healthcare, and commercial laundry sectors. Key Responsibilities: Engage with prospective clients to understand operational needs, site requirements, and project timelines. Provide consultative advice and propose tailored appliance solutions. Conduct site visits, measure spaces, and collaborate with the design/technical team. Prepare detailed quotations, presentations, and equipment specifications. Coordinate with suppliers, internal departments, and project managers. Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, architects, developers, and end-users. Monitor and manage the sales pipeline using CRM systems. Achieve individual sales targets and contribute to team goals. Stay informed on product developments, industry trends, and competitor activity. Requirements: 3+ years of B2B sales experience. Strong understanding of project-based sales cycles and capital equipment. Ability to interpret floorplans, technical drawings, and utility requirements. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Self-motivated, organized, and goal oriented. Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools. Valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in hospitality, healthcare, or commercial laundry environments. Technical background or qualification in mechanical/electrical fields. Experience working with manufacturers or distributors of high-end equipment.