Field Sales Executive

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Health insurance and retirement plans

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Field Sales Executive to cover the Kimberley territory in the Northern Cape. You will identify potential clients, present products, and close deals in person, travelling within the territory.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, negotiation, and time-management skills, with a proven track record in field or client-facing sales. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in field sales or client-facing roles.
• Track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to travel within the territory; valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency with mobile sales tools and CRM is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement field sales strategies to achieve territory targets.
• Identify and prospect new business through client visits and networking.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Conduct persuasive in-person sales presentations and product demonstrations.
• Negotiate terms and close sales with clients.
• Provide regular feedback on market conditions and customer needs to sales management.

Skills

Field sales

Client-facing

Negotiation

CRM

Time management

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and self-motivated Field Sales Executive to cover the territory of Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is essential for expanding our client's customer base and driving sales growth through direct client engagement. You will be responsible for identifying potential customers, presenting products, and closing deals in person. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills, a strong drive to succeed, and the ability to build rapport with clients in a face-to-face setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious sales professional to take ownership of a territory and make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective field sales strategies to achieve territory sales targets.
• Identify and prospect new business opportunities through direct client visits and networking.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Conduct persuasive sales presentations and product demonstrations in person.
• Negotiate terms of sales and close agreements with clients.
• Provide regular feedback on market conditions and customer needs to the sales management team.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Field Sales Executive or in a similar client-facing sales role.
• Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding sales targets through field activities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively while on the road.
• Proficiency with mobile sales tools and CRM systems is advantageous.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the territory are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus a generous commission structure.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance for travel.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career progression and skill development in field sales .
• A dynamic and rewarding work environment in the Kimberley region.