Corporate Catering Sales Executive

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + uncapped commission

Company car or car allowance

Sales training and development

Prestigious Sandton location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Corporate Catering Sales Executive to generate new business in Sandton and surrounding areas. You will identify leads, build client relationships, present catering solutions, and close deals to hit revenue targets.

The role requires strong sales acumen, knowledge of the catering market, and a passion for delivering exceptional service. Join a growing company expanding in Gauteng's corporate sector.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales, preferably in hospitality or catering.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong business development and lead generation abilities.
• Ability to understand client needs and tailor catering solutions.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales management tools.
• Proactive and goal-oriented mindset, with drive to succeed in a competitive market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to acquire new corporate catering clients.
• Identify and prospect potential clients through networking and cold outreach.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and tastings to showcase catering services.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales to meet revenue goals.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing corporate clients for repeat business.
• Collaborate with culinary and operations teams to ensure seamless event delivery.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Business development

Lead generation

CRM software

Sales tools

Client solutions

Goal oriented

Tools

CRM software

Sales management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven and personable Corporate Catering Sales Executive to generate new business opportunities within the corporate sector in Sandton and surrounding areas. You will be responsible for identifying leads, building relationships with potential clients, presenting catering solutions, and closing sales to achieve revenue targets. This role requires excellent sales acumen, a deep understanding of the catering market, and a passion for delivering exceptional service. Join a thriving business and play a key role in its expansion within the dynamic Gauteng corporate landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to acquire new corporate catering clients.
• Identify and prospect potential clients through various channels, including networking and cold outreach.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and tastings to showcase catering services and offerings.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales to meet or exceed individual and team revenue goals.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing corporate clients, ensuring repeat business and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the culinary and operations teams to ensure seamless event delivery for all corporate accounts.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales , preferably within the hospitality or catering industry.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong business development and lead generation abilities.
• Ability to understand client needs and tailor catering solutions accordingly.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales management tools.
• A proactive and goal-oriented mindset, with the drive to succeed in a competitive market like Sandton .

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission potential.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and sales training.
• Work in a vibrant and prestigious business district like Sandton .
• Be part of a growing company with a strong reputation for quality catering.