Sales Executive

Essity; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is seeking a Sales Executive to join their team in Johannesburg, South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for sales and promotions of various products within the retail pharmacy sector. Applicants should have 3-5 years of medical sales experience in the pharmaceutical or FMCG industry. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software are essential. This role offers an opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Driving positive change for society and the environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in medical sales within the pharmaceutical or FMCG industry.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal communication necessary.
• Must have a valid RSA Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for sales activities within the territory to achieve business objectives.
• Market awareness and analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Effectively plan and execute sales calls and attain sales targets.

Skills

Account Management

Engagement

Negotiation

Execution Skills

Sales Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Matric

Further qualification in Sales or Sales & Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM Software

Job description

Sales Executive - Retail Pharmacy

We are looking for a Sales Executive to join our Sales team based in Johannesburg, South Africa. We are looking for someone who is customer focused with excellent Account Management, engagement, negotiation and execution skills. Someone who is passionate about what they do and has the ability to add value and walk the path in growing our business with us!

About the Role

The Sales Executive will be part of a dynamic Sales team and will be responsible for the sales, promotions and launches of Essity products within the wholesaler, distributor, independent & retail pharmacy, physiotherapy, and institution space. The incumbent will be responsible for building and growing our Health and Medical Solution brands. This role will report directly to the Sales Manager.

We’re looking for people who embody our values, who are not afraid to challenge, innovate, build strong brand leverage and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for sales activities within the territory to achieve business objectives;
• Market awareness and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, growth hurdles and competitor activities;
• Effectively plan and execute sales calls (face-to-face and virtual);
• Attain and exceed sales targets;
• Ensure customers education and information of the brand and product ranges;
• Roll out training sessions with customers to ensure correct product application;
• Responsible to handle pricing discussions and negotiations;
• Prompt delivery on sales agreements and customer orders;
• Regularly communicate with internal stakeholder to ensure customer satisfaction and order fulfillment;
• Responsible for administrative task, planning, reporting, presenting sales analysis & reviews, placing of orders and follow up on marketing activities.

Who You Are

• Must have a matric and preferably further qualification in Sales or Sales & Marketing;
• 3-5 years' medical Sales experiencewithin in Pharmaceutical or FMCG medical industry;
• Excellent computer skills - Microsoft package experience is essential with CRM knowledge;
• Must be an excellent communicator (written, verbal and listening) and be able to engage in a professional manner with internal and external stakeholders;
• Must be fluent in English;
• Must be able to work independently and be a team player;
• Must be able to work under pressure, with strong prioritizing skills;
• Must have good exposure in analyzing and interpreting sales data;
• Must have a valid RSA Driver’s License.

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good|Excel Together |Be You with Us

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Application End Date: 17 Dec 2025 Job Requisition ID: Essity258004