Junior Sales Executive

Jenrecruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment firm in Cape Town is seeking a motivated Sales Consultant to engage with clients and identify their needs. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of sales experience, be fluent in English and Afrikaans, and be eager to grow into a client-facing role. This position offers a competitive salary plus performance-based commission and a clear growth path to a Client Relationship Manager role.

Benefits

Mentorship from senior sales professionals

Supportive team culture

Performance-based commission

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ sales experience in B2B or internal sales.
• Confident and eager to grow into a client-facing role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Engage with potential and existing clients via various channels.
• Identify client needs and offer suitable solutions.
• Maintain long-term client relationships.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Afrikaans

Relationship-building skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Overview

We’re a dynamic, fast-growing company passionate about building strong client partnerships and delivering exceptional service. We’re looking for a motivated and ambitious Sales Consultant who’s ready to take the next step toward becoming a Client Relationship Manager.

This role is ideal for someone with some sales experience (preferably B2B or internal sales) who enjoys engaging with people, thrives in a target-driven environment, and wants to grow their career in client-facing sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with potential and existing business clients via phone, email, and face-to-face meetings.
• Identify client needs and present appropriate product or service solutions.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients to ensure repeat business.
• Conduct basic market research to identify growth opportunities.
• Prepare quotes, proposals, and reports to support sales activities.
• Work closely with the senior sales team to achieve individual and team sales goals.
• Maintain accurate CRM and client interaction records.

Requirements

• 1–2 years’ sales experience, ideally in a B2B or internal sales environment.
• Fluent in English & Afrikaans (written and verbal).
• Own car and valid driver’s license (you’ll visit clients).
• Age 25–35 – confident, mature, and eager to grow into a client-facing role.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Organized, professional, and self-motivated with a proactive approach.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office & CRM systems).

What We Offer

• Clear growth path into a Client Relationship Manager / Sales Rep role.
• Hands-on mentorship and development from senior sales professionals.
• Supportive, energetic team culture.
• Competitive basic salary plus performance-based commission.

Exciting opportunity to grow with a business that values initiative and results.

Ready to take your next step in sales?

Send your CV and a short motivation outlining why you’d be a great fit for this role.

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