Sales Executive –

Devco Auctioneers And Sales; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auction house in South Africa is seeking a driven Sales Executive to identify sales opportunities and build relationships across multiple sectors. This position offers the chance to showcase clients' assets to a wide range of buyers in the Johannesburg area with some work-from-home flexibility. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience and strong negotiation skills, seeking to exceed targets in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or related fields.
• Self-driven to exceed targets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities across multiple sectors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Present products and services effectively to prospective customers.
• Negotiate and close high-value deals.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to drive sales strategies.
• Prepare accurate sales reports and track performance.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activities.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Exceptional negotiation abilities

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Knowledge of the auction industry

Ability to identify and pursue new sales opportunities

Job description

About Us

About UsDevco Auctioneers and Sales (PTY) LTD, established in

, is a trusted name in the auction industry known for its uncompromising values.

We specialize in selling Earthmoving, Transport, Construction, and Engineering Equipment, as well as Agricultural assets and Vehicles.

Our extensive and loyal network of suppliers includes various Financial Institutions, Liquidators, Assets Managers, and Corporate Entities.

Renowned as one of the country's top valuation experts, Devco is committed to providing expert support and advice, ensuring we remain the brand that you can trust.

The OpportunityWe are looking for a hungry, driven, and ambitious Sales Executive to join our team in the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area (with some work-from-home flexibility).

This is not just another sales job — this is your chance to partner with a world-class auctioneer who will showcase your clients' assets to an extensive database of serious buyers.

Whether you can sell property, planes, trucks, vehicles, or mining equipment — there is no limit.

If you are punctual, passionate about the commercial market, and eager to push new deals to the next level, then we want to hear from you.

Together, let's reshape the auctioneering industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities across multiple sectors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients
• Present products and services effectively to prospective customers
• Negotiate and close high-value deals
• Collaborate with the marketing team to drive sales strategies
• Prepare accurate sales reports and track performance
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or related fields
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A deal closer with exceptional negotiation abilities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of the auction industry or related sectors is a strong advantage
• Passionate, motivated, and self-driven to exceed targets