Regional Sales Executive

Express Employment Professionals Middleburg; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Regional Sales Executive in Mpumalanga to promote and sell products in the region. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a results-driven approach. Proficiency in English and Afrikaans is required. This role involves identifying business opportunities and managing client relationships. A competitive salary package is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sales Executive or relevant role (2 years minimum).
• Proficiency in English & Afrikaans.
• Thorough understanding of marketing and negotiating techniques.
• Ability to manage the sales funnel through the advancing stages.
• Fast learner with a passion for sales.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the sale and promotion of company products in the region.
• Identify business opportunities, negotiate, and close deals.
• Prepare and deliver presentations on products and services.
• Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities.
• Forecast annual, quarterly, and monthly sales goals.

Skills

Sales Planning

Negotiating

Networking

Public Speaking

Customer Needs Identification

Prospecting Skills

Writing Skills

Motivation for Sales

Cold Calling

Education

High school degree or higher

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Introduction

Our client in the Forestry and Agricultrural Equipment / Services industry is seeking an experienced Regional Sales Executive to join their team in Nelspruit.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Is responsible for the sale and promotion of company products and services in the designated region (inclusive of Cross Border).
• Improve company market position and achieve financial growth.
• Assist in defining strategic sales & promotional goals for the region.
• To prospect and actively seek out new clients by networking, cold calling, advertising, social media and other means of generating interest from potential clients.
• Identifying business opportunities, negotiations and closing business deals whilst maintaining extensive knowledge of current market conditions within the region.
• Work with the service, marketing, parts departments along with management, to increase sales opportunities for the company.
• Help manage existing clients and ensure they are satisfied and positive.
• Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
• Set up meetings with potential clients and take heed to their requests and concerns.
• Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services.
• Participate on behalf of the company in exhibitions or conferences.
• Negotiate / close deals and handle complaints and / or objections.
• Gather feedback from customers or prospects and share with internal teams.
• Forecasting annual, quarterly and monthly sales goals.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proven experience as a Sales Executive or relevant role (2 years minimum).
• Proficiency in English & Afrikaans.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Hands‑on experience with CRM software is a plus.
• Thorough understanding of marketing and negotiating techniques.
• Ability to manage the sales funnel work opportunities through the advancing stages.
• Fast learner and passion for sales.
• Knowledge of Forestry & Biomass industries is a plus.
• Self‑motivated with a results‑driven approach.
• Aptitude in delivering attractive presentations.
• High school degree or higher.
• Networking, Negotiating, Prospecting, Public Speaking, Research, Writing, Closing Skills, Motivation for Sales, Prospecting Skills, cold calling, Sales Planning, Identification of Customer Needs and Challenges, Territory Management, Market Knowledge, Meeting Sales Goals, Professionalism.

Package & Remuneration

Annual salary CTC