Account Executive

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Health insurance

Travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Account Executive to manage and grow the client base in the Polokwane region. You will own the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing, identify opportunities, and build strong relationships with key decision-makers.

You will deliver tailored proposals, presentations, and product demos, meet quarterly quotas, and work independently within a supportive team. The role offers a competitive base salary plus an uncapped commission, with health insurance and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a closing Account Executive or similar B2B sales role.
• Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies and pipeline management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a territory effectively.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Polokwane.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to identify and acquire new clients within the assigned territory.
• Manage the entire sales cycle, from initial contact and qualification to negotiation and closing.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key decision-makers at prospect organizations.
• Understand client business needs and articulate how our client's solutions provide value.
• Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and product demonstrations.
• Meet and exceed quarterly sales quotas and revenue targets.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a driven and strategic Account Executive to manage and expand their client base in the Polokwane region. This role is critical for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with potential clients, and closing deals that contribute to significant revenue growth. You will leverage your sales expertise to understand market needs and position our client's offerings effectively. The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator with a proven ability to manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to identify and acquire new clients within the assigned territory.
• Manage the entire sales cycle , from initial contact and qualification to negotiation and closing.
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key decision-makers at prospect organizations.
• Understand client business needs and articulate how our client's solutions provide value.
• Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and product demonstrations.
• Meet and exceed quarterly sales quotas and revenue targets.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a closing Account Executive or similar B2B sales role.
• Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies and pipeline management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a territory effectively.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Polokwane .

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus a lucrative, uncapped commission structure.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Travel allowance and business expense reimbursement.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment in Polokwane .