Catering Sales Executive (Remote)

Placements24; Redmond (WA); Remote; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based pay

Career progression

Travel expenses covered

Training & support

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Catering Sales Executive to drive new business in the corporate and private events sector. Based in Welkom, you will develop proposals, present catering options, and close deals to grow market share while delivering exceptional client service.

You will identify opportunities, tailor presentations, and maintain key client relationships, supported by CRM tools and a collaborative sales team.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales, preferably hospitality or catering.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
• Strong understanding of catering services, event planning and menus.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset and resilience.
• Experience with CRM software for lead management and tracking.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales leads through multiple channels.
• Develop compelling proposals and presentations for clients.
• Conduct meetings, tastings, and consultations to showcase offerings.
• Negotiate contract terms and pricing to close deals.
• Achieve and exceed individual and team sales targets.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients for repeat business.

Skills

Sales experience

Negotiation

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Rapport building

CRM experience

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and results-driven Catering Sales Executive to join their dynamic team based in Welkom . This role focuses on generating new business opportunities and nurturing client relationships within the corporate and private event sectors. You will be responsible for promoting our comprehensive catering services, developing proposals, and closing deals to expand our market share. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to drive growth in the Free State region, working within a supportive sales environment that values innovation and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales leads through various channels, including networking and lead generation platforms.
• Develop compelling proposals and presentations tailored to client needs and event types.
• Conduct client meetings, consultations, and tastings to showcase catering offerings.
• Negotiate contract terms and pricing to secure profitable business agreements.
• Achieve and exceed individual and team sales targets on a consistent basis.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales, preferably within the hospitality or catering industry.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with potential clients.
• Strong understanding of catering services, event planning, and menu development.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset and a drive to succeed.
• Experience with CRM software for lead management and sales tracking.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus commission structure.
• Opportunities for career progression within the sales team.
• Travel expenses covered for client meetings and site visits.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing sales support.
• A vibrant and collaborative team atmosphere.