Graduate Sales Executive

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with bonus/COM

Comprehensive sales training

Career progression opportunities

Supportive sales team

Incentives and rewards for targets

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Graduate Sales Executive to join their Paarl sales team. This entry-level role focuses on prospecting, presenting, and closing deals, with training and mentorship to accelerate your career in sales.

You will build client relationships, understand their needs, travel locally as required, and contribute to revenue growth while enjoying a competitive base salary plus commission and incentives within a supportive, high-performing environment in the Paarl region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce or related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset and drive to succeed in sales.
• Ability to build rapport quickly and establish trust with potential clients.

Responsibilities

• Generate new leads and prospect potential clients through outreach.
• Conduct product presentations and demonstrations to prospective clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and understand their needs.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales to meet or exceed targets.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to develop effective sales strategies in Paarl.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a driven and personable Graduate Sales Executive to join their ambitious sales team in Paarl . This is an excellent entry-level position for energetic graduates looking to build a successful career in sales. You will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building strong relationships with clients, and contributing to revenue growth. This role offers significant opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement within a supportive and results-oriented company culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate new leads and prospect potential clients through various outreach methods.
• Conduct product/service presentations and demonstrations to prospective clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing solutions.
• Negotiate contracts and close sales agreements to meet or exceed targets.
• Collaborate with the sales team and marketing department to develop effective sales strategies in Paarl .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset and a strong desire to succeed in sales.
• Ability to build rapport quickly and establish trust with potential clients.
• A clean driver's license and willingness to travel locally as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with attractive commission and bonus structures.
• Comprehensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities for rapid career progression into senior sales roles.
• Be part of a supportive and high-performing sales team in the beautiful Paarl region.
• Incentives and rewards for achieving sales targets.