Remote Sales Executive

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Fully remote work

Laptop + software licenses

Ongoing training

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Sales Executive to drive revenue across South Africa, with a focus on the Western Cape. The role is fully remote and requires self-discipline, proactive outreach, and expert consultative selling to close deals.

You will generate leads, present virtually, manage the sales cycle, and nurture existing clients to expand business while collaborating with marketing and support teams for optimal growth.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in a remote sales role.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication to build trust virtually.
• Strong negotiation and closing abilities with a results-driven mindset.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, able to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Generate and qualify new sales leads through online research, social media and outbound communication.
• Conduct virtual product demonstrations and sales presentations via video conferencing tools.
• Manage the entire sales cycle from lead generation to closing deals, meeting targets.
• nurture and expand existing customer relationships to drive repeat business and upsell opportunities.
• Collaborate with remote marketing and support teams to align sales efforts and optimize customer acquisition strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and customer interactions in the CRM system.

Skills

Remote sales

Communication

Negotiation

Time management

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and independent Remote Sales Executive to drive sales performance from anywhere within South Africa , with a primary focus on expanding our client's reach from the Western Cape . This role is entirely remote, offering flexibility while demanding a high degree of self-discipline and proactivity. You will be instrumental in identifying new leads, nurturing potential clients through the sales funnel, and closing deals to achieve significant revenue growth. The ideal candidate is a seasoned sales professional who excels at building rapport virtually and possesses a deep understanding of consultative selling techniques, all within a remote-first operational framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and qualify new sales leads through online research, social media, and outbound communication strategies.
• Conduct virtual product demonstrations and sales presentations via video conferencing tools.
• Manage the entire sales cycle from lead generation to closing deals, ensuring all targets are met or exceeded.
• Nurture and expand existing customer relationships to drive repeat business and upsell opportunities.
• Collaborate with remote marketing and support teams to align sales efforts and optimize customer acquisition strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and customer interactions in the CRM system.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success in a remote sales role or similar position.
• Exceptional communication skills , both written and verbal, with the ability to build trust virtually.
• Strong negotiation and closing abilities, with a results-driven mindset.
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
• Self-motivated and disciplined, with the ability to manage time effectively and work autonomously.
• A dedicated home office setup with reliable internet connectivity.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
• Fully remote work environment, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Company-provided laptop and essential software licenses.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development in remote sales techniques.
• Performance bonuses and incentives for exceeding targets.