Sales Consultant Gauteng

Elchemie; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security technology firm in South Africa is seeking a Sales Consultant to drive business growth in the security industry. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of sales experience in electronic security solutions and strong communication skills in English and Afrikaans. This role includes hunting for new clients, owning the sales cycle, and collaborating with technical teams. A competitive package with commission, and access to innovative security technologies are offered.

Benefits

Competitive package: CTC + Commission

Laptop and technical support

Opportunity to work with AI and analytics

Qualifications

• 2 - 3+ years of proven sales experience in physical electronic security solutions.
• Strong communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Hunt for new business in the remote monitoring, guarding, and armed response sector.
• Engage and qualify prospective clients with long-term potential.
• Own the full sales cycle from lead generation to signed contracts.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Relationship-building

Job description

Industry: Security Technology | Experience: 2 - 5+ years | Type: Full-time | Environment: Innovative, high-energy, autonomous

About the Role: We're looking for a Sales Consultant to join our client's fast-growing technology business that's redefining the future of the security industry through advanced video analytics and AI-powered verification.

If you're a confident relationship builder with a strong network in security and a passion for cutting-edge tech, this is your chance to be part of a disruptive movement in South Africa's security landscape.

Drive the future of security technology.

Thrive in an environment that values independence, hustle, and growth.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Hunt for new business in the remote monitoring, guarding, and armed response sector.
• Engage and qualify prospective clients with long-term potential.
• Collaborate with the technical team on solution demos and proof-of-concept engagements.
• Own the full sales cycle from lead generation to signed contracts and retention.
• Join strategic sales meetings and work alongside internal and external stakeholders.
• Track and smash KPIs: new meetings, product demos, client onboarding, and contract growth.

What You’ll Need

• 2 - 3+ years of proven sales experience in physical electronic security solutions.
• Strong communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.
• Ability and willingness to travel nationally.
• Resilience under pressure, self-discipline, and strong negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in time management, relationship-building, and structured sales cycles.

What’s In It for You

• Competitive package: CTC + Commission.
• Laptop and full access to technical support and demo resources.
• Opportunity to work with AI, analytics, and security innovation.
• A role that rewards drive, independence, and results.

A Few Things to Know

• Occasional after-hours work may be required depending on client engagements.
• Knowledge of control room operations, remote monitoring, or alarm system sales is a strong advantage.
• This role is best suited to a hunter mentality with a passion for innovation.

Typical Products & Services Sold

• Guarding services (armed response, patrols, security personnel).
• CCTV systems and monitoring.
• Access control systems (biometrics, card readers, turnstiles).
• Alarm systems with sensors and sirens.
• Perimeter security (electric fences, beams).
• 24/7 off-site monitoring services.
• Risk assessments and security consulting.

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