Retail Sales Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission and bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Training programs

Career advancement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape seeks a results-driven Retail Sales Specialist to drive regional sales growth. You will provide expert product knowledge, consultative selling, and build lasting client relationships using a CRM.

This full-time role requires travel within the Upington area, meeting and exceeding quotas, and collaborating with marketing to coordinate promotions. A competitive base salary plus commission awaits a motivated sales professional.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in retail sales, preferably in a specialist or consultative sales role.
• Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach to sales.
• Knowledge of the retail industry and product sales techniques.
• Flexibility to travel within the Upington area and broader Northern Cape region as required.
• A passion for sales and providing exceptional customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve and surpass regional sales targets.
• Provide in-depth product knowledge and consultative selling to customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Identify new business opportunities within the assigned territory.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential customers.
• Manage the sales pipeline and maintain accurate sales records using CRM software.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align sales efforts with promotional activities.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
• Resolve customer inquiries and concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Contribute to the overall sales strategy and success of the company.

Skills

Retail sales

Consultative selling

CRM software

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in innovative retail solutions, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Retail Sales Specialist to join their team, focusing on the Upington, Northern Cape region. This role involves driving sales, providing expert product knowledge, and building strong relationships with customers and clients. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the retail sales cycle, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven sales professional to contribute to the growth of a dynamic company and expand their career in the retail sector within the Northern Cape . We offer a supportive and results-oriented work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve and surpass regional sales targets.
• Provide in-depth product knowledge and consultative selling to customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Identify new business opportunities within the assigned territory.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to potential customers.
• Manage the sales pipeline and maintain accurate sales records using CRM software.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align sales efforts with promotional activities.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
• Resolve customer inquiries and concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Contribute to the overall sales strategy and success of the company.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in retail sales, preferably in a specialist or consultative sales role.
• Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of sales processes and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach to sales.
• Knowledge of the retail industry and product sales techniques.
• Flexibility to travel within the Upington area and broader Northern Cape region as required.
• A passion for sales and providing exceptional customer experiences.

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive base salary, supplemented by an attractive commission and bonus structure based on performance.
• Employees are eligible for comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plans.
• Our client invests in continuous professional development through training programs and opportunities for career advancement.
• Enjoy employee discounts on products and services.
• This role in the Northern Cape provides a significant opportunity for a career in retail sales.