Sales Executive

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to drive new business in the international and domestic courier and logistics sector. You will identify opportunities across South Africa, including SADC and international markets, and build strong B2B relationships with new and existing customers.

The role offers commission-based earnings with potential for growth as you develop a robust sales pipeline and achieve revenue targets through across-border solutions

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years sales experience within a courier and distribution company.
• Established client base or industry network to develop into new business.
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development across the international courier, domestic courier, mail and logistics sectors.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities across South Africa, including SADC and international markets.
• Develop and maintain strong B2B relationships with new and existing customers.
• Leverage an established industry network and client base to generate new business and revenue.
• Sell international and domestic courier solutions, cross-border distribution, SADC services and international mail solutions.
• Target businesses within the e-commerce, freight, logistics, courier and distribution sectors.
• Build and manage a consistent sales pipeline from prospecting through to successful conversion.
• Conduct client visits and travel as required to develop and secure new business.
• Achieve agreed individual revenue targets and contribute towards the continued growth of the business.

Skills

Sales experience

New business development

Client relationships

Logistics knowledge

Job description

Earn commission for life, and from Rand one, in this exciting role. A growing, and long-standing local logistics business is looking for an experienced and driven Sales Executive to join their team in the East Rand. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded sales professional who understands the international courier and logistics environment and has a proven ability to generate new business. The business operates within the international courier and mail sector, supporting customers with solutions that include international and domestic courier services, bulk mail, e-commerce mail and distribution into international markets. With a strong focus on parcels and e-commerce, this role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse and commercially driven customer base. Duties:

• Drive new business development across the international courier, domestic courier, mail and logistics sectors.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities across South Africa, including SADC and international markets.
• Develop and maintain strong B2B relationships with new and existing customers.
• Leverage an established industry network and client base to generate new business and revenue.
• Sell international and domestic courier solutions, cross-border distribution, SADC services and international mail solutions.
• Target businesses within the e-commerce, freight, logistics, courier and distribution sectors.
• Build and manage a consistent sales pipeline from prospecting through to successful conversion.
• Conduct client visits and travel as required to develop and secure new business.
• Achieve agreed individual revenue targets and contribute towards the continued growth of the business.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2-3 years sales experience within a courier and distribution company (non-negotiable).
• An established and relevant client base or industry network that can be developed into new business.
• A valid drivers license and reliable vehicle.