Field Sales Executive - Retail Solutions

Placements24; East London; Presencial; ZAR 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company car or car allowance

Competitive base salary with comms

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Sales training and development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Field Sales Executive to drive adoption of cutting-edge POS systems, inventory software and related services across East London, Eastern Cape. You will lead the full sales cycle, generate leads and close deals while supporting retailers through onboarding.

The role requires 3–5 years in field sales, proficiency with Salesforce, and a valid driver’s license, with travel within the territory to build lasting client relationships and meet targets.

Formación

• Minimum 3–5 years in field sales, preferably tech for retail.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding quotas.
• Strong understanding of retail operations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Valid driver''s license and a reliable vehicle for travel within territory.

Responsabilidades

• Prospect new sales opportunities within East London retail sector.
• Promote and sell POS systems, software and hardware.
• Manage full sales cycle from lead to closing.
• Build long-term relationships with retailers and managers.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Collaborate with technical support and implementation teams for smooth onboarding.

Conocimientos

Field sales

Technology solutions

CRM (Salesforce)

MS Office

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or related field

Herramientas

Salesforce CRM

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of innovative retail technology solutions, is seeking an energetic and driven Field Sales Executive to join their team, focusing on the East London, Eastern Cape territory. This role is critical for driving the adoption of our client's cutting‑edge point-of-sale systems, inventory management software, and related services among retailers in the region. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of retail operations, a proven ability to generate leads, and excellent skills in closing sales and building client relationships. You will be responsible for managing the full sales cycle, from initial prospect contact through to successful implementation and ongoing support. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional to contribute to the growth of businesses in East London and establish a strong presence in a key economic hub. The position is field-based, requiring extensive client interaction and travel within the designated territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify new sales opportunities within the retail sector in East London and the surrounding Eastern Cape.


• Promote and sell retail technology solutions, including POS systems, software, and hardware.


• Manage the entire sales cycle, from lead generation and qualification to needs assessment, proposal development, and closing deals.


• Build and maintain strong, long‑term relationships with retail business owners and managers.


• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential clients.


• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.


• Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends and competitor activities in retail technology.


• Collaborate with the technical support and implementation teams to ensure a smooth customer onboarding process.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in field sales, preferably selling technology solutions or services to the retail industry.


• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.


• Strong understanding of retail operations and the challenges faced by modern retailers.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.


• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and build strong customer relationships.


• Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and MS Office Suite.


• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is advantageous.


• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a reliable vehicle for travel within the territory.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure.


• Company car or car allowance.


• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.


• Retirement savings plan.


• Ongoing sales training and professional development opportunities.


• Opportunity to work with innovative technology and a growing client base.


• Travel expense reimbursement.