Remote Catering Sales Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + commission

Remote work flexibility

Career growth opportunities

Virtual training resources

Culinary experiences and team events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Remote Catering Sales Specialist to expand the client base and drive revenue growth. This fully remote role lets you connect with potential clients from anywhere while collaborating with the team to deliver tailored catering proposals for events in Pretoria and Gauteng.

You will identify new business opportunities, conduct virtual consultations, develop proposals and contracts, and negotiate terms to close sales, while ensuring high service standards and

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales, business development, or account management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and metrics.
• Proficiency with CRM and remote collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently and meet targets remotely.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales leads through various channels.
• Conduct client consultations (virtually) to understand event requirements, budget, and preferences.
• Develop customized catering proposals, presentations, and contracts.
• Negotiate terms and close sales, ensuring profitable agreements and long-term relationships.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure seamless service delivery for booked events.
• Track sales performance, manage client databases, and provide regular reports on pipeline status.

Skills

Sales

Business development

Account management

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation skills

CRM software

Remote sales

Time management

Client relationships

Tools

CRM software

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and results-driven Remote Catering Sales Specialist to expand their client base and drive revenue growth. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to connect with potential clients and manage sales leads from anywhere. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with clients, and developing customized catering proposals that meet their specific needs. This role is critical for our client's expansion efforts, focusing on delivering exceptional service and tailored solutions to clients in Pretoria and surrounding areas, leveraging digital communication tools to achieve ambitious sales targets in the competitive Gauteng market.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales leads through various channels, including online research, networking, and cold outreach.
• Conduct client consultations (virtually) to understand their event requirements, budget, and preferences.
• Develop compelling and customized catering proposals, presentations, and contracts tailored to client needs.
• Negotiate terms and close sales, ensuring profitable agreements and fostering long-term client relationships.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure seamless service delivery for all booked events.
• Track sales performance, manage client databases, and provide regular reports on sales activities and pipeline status.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales , business development, or account management, preferably within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust remotely.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and techniques, with a results-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and virtual collaboration tools for effective sales management.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet sales targets in a remote environment .
• A passion for food and events, with a creative approach to problem-solving and client satisfaction.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus attractive commission structure.
• Remote work flexibility, offering significant autonomy and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement in a growing company.
• Access to virtual sales training and professional development resources.
• Be part of a team that delivers exceptional culinary experiences and client service.