Graduate Sales Executive

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive sales training and ongoing/\

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a Graduate Sales Executive to join its dynamic sales team. You will identify and pursue new business opportunities, build relationships with clients, and achieve sales targets through uncapped commission.

The role offers extensive training and mentorship, a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and clear paths to sales leadership as you grow with the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a confident demeanor.
• Excellent negotiation and presentation abilities.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to build rapport and win client trust.
• Experience using CRM software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new sales leads through various channels.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Present and demonstrate products/services to prospective customers.
• Negotiate contract terms and close sales agreements.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Provide excellent customer service and after-sales support.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop sales strategies and collateral.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation

Self-motivated

CRM experience

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is actively seeking an ambitious and results-driven Graduate Sales Executive to join their thriving sales division in **Paarl, Western Cape**. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated recent graduate looking to launch a successful career in sales. You will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and achieving sales targets. This role involves a significant amount of client interaction and requires excellent communication and negotiation skills. Working within the **Paarl** community, you'll gain hands-on experience in B2B sales, learning proven sales methodologies and strategies. Our client is dedicated to providing comprehensive training and support, fostering a high-performance culture where talent is recognized and rewarded. This is a fantastic entry point to understand customer needs and drive revenue growth for the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new sales leads through various channels.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Present and demonstrate products/services to prospective customers.
• Negotiate contract terms and close sales agreements.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Provide excellent customer service and after-sales support.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop sales strategies and collateral.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a confident and persuasive demeanor.
• Strong negotiation and presentation abilities.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
• Proficiency in using CRM software is an advantage.
• A genuine interest in sales and business development.
• Resilience and ability to handle rejection.

Benefits

• Extensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Mentorship from experienced sales leaders.
• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission potential.
• Opportunities for rapid career advancement in sales management.
• Work within a dynamic and supportive sales team in **Paarl**.
• Incentive programs and sales recognition awards.
• Chance to represent a reputable company and its products/services.