Sales Consultant | Tertiary Education | Boksburg

Salesworx; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider based in Boksburg is seeking an experienced Sales Consultant to build relationships with schools and present educational opportunities to learners. The role requires fluency in English and Afrikaans, with a strong focus on achieving sales targets and supporting marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a background in sales and/or marketing, along with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach.

Benefits

R20,000 - R25,000 salary plus commission

Fuel card, cell phone, and laptop provided

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Afrikaans is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in academic advising or related careers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with key stakeholders at schools.
• Schedule and deliver presentations to learners.
• Manage data collection against targets.
• Support marketing campaigns and events.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Negotiation

Education

Sales and/or Marketing beneficial

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client is a well-established national Private Tertiary Education institution offering quality and attractive courses to professionals and school leavers alike.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced, dedicated, and committed professional, hungry for new business and achieving set sales targets. We are seeking an experienced Sales Consultant for their campus based in Boksburg. Fluency in English and Afrikaans is essential for this role.

Responsibilities & Duties :

• Build relationships with key stakeholders at schools, including teachers, principals, parents, and prospective students.
• Schedule and deliver presentations to Grade 11 & 12 learners.
• Create opportunities for initial contact with learners from Grade 8 to 10.
• Establish relationships with funding and student loan organizations.
• Address customer concerns professionally and promptly.
• Book school appointments with top feeder schools, presenting to Grade 11 and 12 learners; these may extend to earlier grades if required.
• Manage data collection against targets.
• Aim to generate 60-80% of school learners in the assigned region.
• Ensure quick distribution of information cards after presentations.
• Create events and opportunities to maximize lead conversion.
• Develop a customer service and experience program on campus to ensure retention and minimize cancellations.
• Collaborate with campus student advisors and facilitators to maximize event attendance and enrollments.
• Drive brand loyalty and execute marketing plans.
• Book appointments with school teachers, prospects, and parents.
• Liaise with student advisors for consultations and events.
• Participate in recruiting students for the next intake.
• Mine and contact the career database.
• Schedule appointments and consultations aligned with school and campus targets.
• Support marketing campaigns, tradeshows, conferences, and industry meetings.
• Recommend innovative marketing approaches for revenue growth.
• Provide sales support and guidance for product positioning.

Requirements

Education : Sales and/or Marketing beneficial

Experience : Experience in academic advising or related careers in post-secondary education preferred; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits :

R20,000 - R25,000 depending on experience plus commission.

Fuel card, cell phone, and laptop provided.

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Education : Sales and/or Marketing beneficial. Experience in academic advising or related careers preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Skills :

Sales experience, direct sales, door-to-door sales, B2B sales, customer service, communication skills, basic math, retail sales, analysis skills, high-end sales, outside sales, negotiation.

Employment Type : Full-time

Experience : Not specified

Vacancy : 1