SALES CONSULTANT

Telebest; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment solutions company in Durban is looking for an ambitious sales professional with at least 5 years of experience in the recruitment industry. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of meeting sales targets and possess strong networking skills with HR and hiring managers. This role involves driving business growth by selling recruitment solutions to clients. Excellent negotiation skills and proficiency in CRM systems are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of successful sales experience in recruitment.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets.
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and pricing models.

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth through recruitment solutions.
• Identify decision-makers within target companies.
• Meet and exceed monthly sales targets.

Skills

Sales experience in recruitment industry

Negotiation skills

Networking with HR and hiring managers

Proficiency in CRM systems

Analytical skills

Job description

Inherent requirements

• Minimum 5 years successful sales experience specifically within the recruitment industry
• Proven track record of consistently achieving recruitment sales targets
• Established network of HR and hiring manager contacts in the South African market
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes, pricing models, and industry benchmarks
• Experience in selling various recruitment solutions (permanent, contract, executive search)
• Excellent negotiation and closing skills specific to recruitment services
• Proficiency in recruitment-specific CRM systems, LinkedIn and other social media platforms
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to client sites

Duties and responsibilities

• Drive business growth through selling permanent, contract, and specialized recruitment solutions to new and existing clients.
• Leverage existing industry networks and relationships to generate new business opportunities.
• Identify and pursue decision-makers within target companies, particularly HR Directors and Hiring Managers.
• Convert client requirements into profitable recruitment service agreements through consultative selling.
• Meet and exceed monthly sales targets for recruitment placements and revenue generation.
• Maintain strong relationships with key accounts while actively developing new business.
• Create compelling proposals and fee structures for recruitment services.
• Stay current with recruitment industry trends, salary benchmarks, and market conditions to position our services effectively.
• Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure placement success and client satisfaction.
• Track all sales activities and maintain accurate pipeline data in our CRM system.

Character traits

• Ambitious
• Analytical
• Solutions and deadline driven
• Confident
• Assertive
• Self-motivated
• Honest and sincere
• Committed and loyal to the Company, Colleagues, and Clients