Retail Sales Executive

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with an at**r

Car allowance and travel expense Reimb

Product training and sales development

Dynamic retail team in Benoni

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Retail Sales Executive for the Benoni area in Gauteng, South Africa. You will drive sales and promote product placement while building strong relationships with store managers and staff across assigned retail accounts.

Ideal candidates have proven retail sales experience, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently with territory travel. A CRM proficiency plus MS Office skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail sales, account management, or a similar sales role.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed sales goals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of the retail landscape and consumer purchasing behavior.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and travel within the territory.
• Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets within assigned retail accounts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store managers, buyers, and key personnel in retail outlets.
• Present and promote products effectively, providing product knowledge and training to store staff.
• Monitor competitor activities and market trends to identify new sales opportunities.
• Ensure effective in-store merchandising and promotional execution according to brand guidelines.
• Process orders accurately and manage account inquiries and issues promptly.

Skills

Retail sales

Account management

Communication

Negotiation

CRM proficiency

MS Office

Time management

Travel readiness

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a motivated and results-driven Retail Sales Executive to join their team in Benoni . This role focuses on driving sales performance within a designated retail territory, building strong relationships with store managers and staff, and ensuring optimal product placement and promotion. You will be responsible for achieving sales targets and expanding the brand's presence in the local market. This position is ideal for an individual with a passion for sales, excellent interpersonal skills, and a strategic approach to achieving commercial success in the competitive retail environment of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets within assigned retail accounts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store managers, buyers, and key personnel in retail outlets.
• Present and promote products effectively, providing product knowledge and training to store staff.
• Monitor competitor activities and market trends to identify new sales opportunities.
• Ensure effective in-store merchandising and promotional execution according to brand guidelines.
• Process orders accurately and manage account inquiries and issues promptly.

Requirements

• Proven experience in retail sales, account management, or a similar sales role.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed sales goals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of the retail landscape and consumer purchasing behavior.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and travel within the territory.
• Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office applications.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive commission structure.
• Opportunities for career advancement in sales and account management.
• Car allowance and travel expense reimbursement.
• Access to product training and sales development programs.
• Be part of a dynamic retail team serving the Benoni area.