Telecom Sales Specialist

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Fuel allowance

Hybrid work

Sales training

Career development

Medical aid

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecom Sales Specialist to drive revenue growth in the Welkom, Free State region. This hybrid role combines field visits with in-office strategy and client meetings to deliver tailored connectivity, cloud services, and unified communications solutions.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of B2B sales experience, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to travel within the Free State.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in B2B sales.
• Proven success in meeting and exceeding sales quotas.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications services, including broadband, mobile, and cloud solutions.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid work model.
• Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned sales territory.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Understand client needs and provide consultative sales expertise on telecommunications products and services.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales to meet or exceed targets.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure successful solution delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and new product developments.
• Manage sales pipeline and accurately forecast revenue.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

B2B sales experience

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Marketing

Tools

Salesforce

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic force in the telecommunications solutions market, is seeking an ambitious Telecom Sales Specialist to drive revenue growth in the Welkom, Free State region. This exciting hybrid role offers the opportunity to engage with a diverse clientele, understanding their business needs and presenting tailored telecommunications solutions, including connectivity, cloud services, and unified communications. You will balance field visits and client meetings with in-office strategy sessions and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is a results‑oriented professional with a passion for technology sales and a knack for building strong customer relationships. If you are a motivated salesperson looking to excel in the thriving telecom industry within the Free State , this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned sales territory.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Understand client needs and provide consultative sales expertise on telecommunications products and services.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales to meet or exceed targets.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure successful solution delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and new product developments.
• Manage sales pipeline and accurately forecast revenue.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; relevant sales certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in B2B sales, preferably within the telecommunications or technology sectors.
• Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding sales quotas.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications services, including broadband, mobile, and cloud solutions.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a hybrid work model.
• Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and MS Office Suite.
• Resides within or near Welkom , with the ability to travel within the Free State .

Benefits

• Attractive base salary with uncapped commission structure.
• Generous commission and bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Company car and fuel allowance.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility.
• Extensive sales training and career development programs.
• A collaborative and supportive sales team environment.