Sales Executive - George

Lesaka Technologies; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 150 000 - 250 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in South Africa is seeking a Sales Executive to drive new business acquisition and grow existing customer relationships. This role requires 3 years of sales experience, strong communication skills, and a Matric qualification. The ideal candidate will work both in the field and remotely, effectively engaging clients using digital tools. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in Sales, Account Management, or Business Development in FMCG or Payments company.
• Experience in the per-urban/rural ‘Informal’ economy would be advantageous.
• Endorsed code 8 driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business acquisition and grow existing customer relationships.
• Manage device requisitions, allocations, and stock takes.
• Coordinate sales efforts with marketing.

Skills

Sales and negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service

Education

Matric

Tools

MS Office Suite

CRM software

Job description

A vacancy exists for a Sales Executive within the Kazang - Merchant Division, in our George Office. The Sales Executive is a results‑oriented sales professional responsible for driving new business acquisition, growing existing customer relationships, and delivering on regional sales targets across multiple channels, including Direct Sales and Tavern Sales. This role operates in both field and remote capacities, combining in‑person client engagement with digital tools to optimize reach, efficiency, and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Solve Technical issues
• Provide Customer service
• Advise customer on Software management
• Manage device requisitions, allocations, and stock take as per monthly cycle requirements
• Ensure administrative time is allocated to fulfil all designated administrative tasks and roles
• Comply with Regional admin office requirements as per monthly cycles
• Adhere to the requirements of the business when placing devices
• Planning of sales activities on a weekly basis
• Coordinate sales efforts with marketing and sales management
• Interaction and cooperation with the Sales Admin team and the ability to perform work within acceptable timelines
• Work to key weekly reporting and management cycles with Field and Regional Sales teams

Requirements

• Matric
• 3 years’ experience in Sales, Account Management, or Business Development in FMCG or Payments company
• Experience in the per‑urban/rural ‘Informal’ economy would be advantageous
• Skilled in sales and negotiation at an informal level as well as semi‑corporate partners
• Well, networked within ‘informal’ Business value chains particularly large wholesalers and FMCG suppliers (or the ability to rapidly grow network)

Technical Competencies

• Computer literacy—Outlook, MS Office Suite
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales analytics tools
• Industry‑specific knowledge (if applicable, such as fintech, Banking & FMCG)
• Endorsed code 8 driver's license

Behavioural Competencies

• High-growth mindset and self-motivated
• Strong communication skills
• Works well with multiple teams/structures