Sales Executive

The Key Recruitment Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Executive in Cape Town to drive sales and enhance brand visibility for premium kitchen appliances. The ideal candidate will have experience in domestic cookers or related goods and a flair for design. Responsibilities include managing customer accounts, conducting demos, and collaborating with marketing teams. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for growth

Dynamic design-focused team

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in domestic cookers, kitchen appliances, or related premium consumer goods.
• Genuine interest in cooking or baking with an understanding of cooking functionality.
• Experience with oven, hob, and extractor installations will be considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow sales across retail, dealer, and direct customer channels.
• Drive new business development through relationship building.
• Conduct showroom demonstrations and customer consultations.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Design sense

Cooking knowledge

Tools

Monday.com

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Sales Executive – Domestic Appliances

About our client

Our client is a provider of professional food service equipment. They are based in Cape Town.

About the Role

They are looking for an energetic professional with a passion for premium home and outdoor cooking appliances. This role is ideal for someone with a flair for design, lifestyle trends, and sales, coupled with experience in the domestic cooker or premium kitchen appliance industry.
Experience or a personal interest in the outdoor cooking category (braai, pizza ovens, smokers, or lifestyle appliances) will be a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and grow sales across retail, dealer, and direct customer channels.
• Drive new business development through relationship building with architects, interior designers, kitchen studios, and outdoor retailers.
• Conduct showroom demonstrations and customer consultations, ensuring a high-quality brand experience.
• Collaborate with the Cape Town and Johannesburg teams to manage joint projects, customer listings, and product training.
• Process quotes, orders, and follow up on outstanding payments for special orders and showroom sales.
• Manage customer accounts and ensure premium after-sales service.

Marketing & Brand Presentation

• Work with the marketing team to position products with strong visual and design-led appeal.
• Manage domestic and outdoor showroom displays, ensuring they align with brand standards and current promotions.
• Support marketing activations, events, and exhibitions
• Assist with managing brand presence on online platforms including listings, imagery, and promotions.
• Provide feedback to the marketing team on campaigns, customer engagement, and new opportunities.

Operations & Coordination

• Communicate with suppliers on stock orders, pricing, and product updates.
• Monitor stock levels, pricing consistency, and online product visibility.
• Maintain accurate customer databases, mailing lists, and warranty records.
• Provide insights on competitor activity, market trends, and consumer preferences.
• Contribute to the department’s profit targets and long-term brand growth.

Skills & Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in domestic cookers, kitchen appliances, or related premium consumer goods. A genuine interest in cooking or baking, along with a solid understanding of cooking functionality. Experience with oven, hob, and extractor installations or exposure to kitchen design will be considered a strong advantage.
• Exposure to or enthusiasm for the outdoor cooking and lifestyle appliance category is a strong bonus.
• Strong design sense ability to present products in an aspirational, lifestyle-driven way.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with a customer-first attitude.
• Proficient in Monday.com, Excel, Teams, and MS Office with basic digital marketing knowledge.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to occasionally assist at weekend trade shows, demos, or retail activations.

Why Join Them?

• Be part of a dynamic, design-focused team representing global brands in South Africa.
• Work with stylish, innovative, and premium cooking appliances.
• Freedom to bring your creativity, energy, and entrepreneurial spirit into the role.
• Competitive salary package and opportunities for growth within a fast-evolving division.