Remote Sales Executive

Placements24; East London; Remote; ZAR 720,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commissions

Performance bonuses

Health and dental coverage

Vision insurance

Full remote work

Professional development

Career advancement

Sales technology access

Remote team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Sales Executive to drive revenue for a digital marketing solutions provider. This fully remote role focuses on building relationships, managing the full sales cycle, and closing deals in a virtual environment.

You will generate new business, manage client accounts, and collaborate with marketing and support teams to ensure smooth onboarding and ongoing satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven success in B2B sales, focusing on digital marketing or advertising solutions.
• Ability to meet and exceed targets in remote/virtual environments.
• Excellent virtual communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficient with CRM software (Salesforce) and digital sales tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Admin, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through remote channels.
• Manage full sales cycle from contact to close.
• Deliver virtual product demos tailored to client needs.
• Maintain relationships with key decision-makers.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly targets.
• Collaborate with marketing and support for onboarding.
• Keep accurate CRM records of activities and pipeline.
• Stay updated on digital marketing trends and competitor activity.
• Provide market feedback to product/marketing teams.

Skills

B2B sales

Remote selling

CRM (Salesforce)

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Business

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative leader in digital marketing solutions, is actively seeking a driven and experienced Remote Sales Executive to join their fully remote sales force. This position is ideal for a seasoned sales professional who excels at building relationships and closing deals in a virtual environment. You will be responsible for generating new business, managing client accounts, and driving revenue growth for our client's cutting-edge digital marketing services. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your sales expertise within a dynamic, globally distributed team and contribute directly to significant market expansion. The role demands strategic thinking, strong closing skills, and a deep understanding of digital marketing B2B sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through various remote channels, including digital outreach, virtual networking, and strategic prospecting.
• Manage the entire sales cycle, from initial contact and qualification to negotiation and closing of deals.
• Develop and deliver compelling virtual presentations and product demonstrations tailored to prospective clients' needs.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers at client organizations.
• Achieve and consistently exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets and revenue goals.
• Collaborate with marketing and support teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all sales activities, pipeline status, and customer interactions within the CRM system.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends in digital marketing, advertising technology, and competitor activities.
• Provide feedback to product and marketing teams based on market insights and client needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of proven success in B2B sales, with a strong focus on digital marketing or advertising solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed ambitious sales targets in a remote or virtual capacity.
• Excellent virtual communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and various digital sales enablement tools.
• Strong understanding of the digital marketing landscape, including SEO, SEM, social media advertising, and content marketing.
• Self‑starter with exceptional time management and organizational skills, capable of thriving in a remote work environment.
• Ability to build rapport and trust quickly with clients and colleagues virtually.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with an uncapped commission structure and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from your preferred location.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities in digital marketing and sales.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading digital solutions provider.
• Access to cutting‑edge sales technology and resources.
• Collaborative and innovative remote team environment.