Junior Sales Executive

Key Recruitment Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for growth

Dynamic environment

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an entry-level sales professional to represent innovative and premium outdoor cooking appliances. You will develop sales through retail and dealer channels, conduct product demonstrations, and collaborate with the marketing team on brand activations. Ideal candidates should have sales experience, strong design sense, and excellent communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary within a dynamic, design-focused team in South Africa.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a sales environment.
• Strong design sense and ability to present products effectively.
• Willingness to assist at trade shows and events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow sales across retail and dealer channels.
• Drive new business development through relationship building.
• Conduct customer consultations and showroom demonstrations.

Skills

Sales experience

Excellent communication

Strong design sense

Proficient in MS Office

Relationship-building skills

Tools

Monday.com

Excel

Teams

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a provider of professional food service equipment. They are based in Cape Town.

They are looking for an energetic professional. This role is ideal for someone with a flair for design, lifestyle trends, and sales.

Experience or a personal interest in the outdoor cooking category (braai, pizza ovens, smokers, or lifestyle appliances) will be a strong advantage.

As part of their Domestic Department, you’ll represent and grow leading international brands Lofra, Everdure, and Solo Stove in the South African market. You’ll collaborate with the sales and marketing team to drive product visibility, strengthen dealer relationships, develop new business, and engage consumers through creative brand activations, showroom displays, and digital campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and grow sales across retail, dealer, and direct customer channels.
• Drive new business development through relationship building with architects, interior designers, kitchen studios, and outdoor retailers.
• Conduct showroom demonstrations and customer consultations, ensuring a high-quality brand experience.
• Collaborate with the Cape Town and Johannesburg teams to manage joint projects, customer listings, and product training.
• Process quotes, orders, and follow up on outstanding payments for special orders and showroom sales.
• Manage customer accounts and ensure premium after-sales service.

Marketing & Brand Presentation

• Work with the marketing team to position products with strong visual and design-led appeal.
• Manage domestic and outdoor showroom displays, ensuring they align with brand standards and current promotions.
• Support marketing activations, events, and exhibitions
• Assist with managing brand presence on online platforms including listings, imagery, and promotions.
• Provide feedback to the marketing team on campaigns, customer engagement, and new opportunities.

Operations & Coordination

• Communicate with suppliers on stock orders, pricing, and product updates.
• Monitor stock levels, pricing consistency, and online product visibility.
• Maintain accurate customer databases, mailing lists, and warranty records.
• Provide insights on competitor activity, market trends, and consumer preferences.
• Contribute to the department’s profit targets and long-term brand growth.

Skills & Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in a sales environment.
• Experience with oven, hob, and extractor installations or exposure to kitchen design will be considered a strong advantage.
• Exposure to or enthusiasm for the outdoor cooking and lifestyle appliance category is a strong bonus.
• Strong design sense, ability to present products in an aspirational, lifestyle-driven way.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with a customer-first attitude.
• Proficient in Monday.com, Excel, Teams, and MS Office with basic digital marketing knowledge.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to occasionally assist at weekend trade shows, demos, or retail activations.

Why Join Them?

• Be part of a dynamic, design-focused team representing global brands in South Africa.
• Work with stylish, innovative, and premium cooking appliances.
• Freedom to bring your creativity, energy, and entrepreneurial spirit into the role.
• Competitive salary package and opportunities for growth within a fast-evolving division.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development