Sales Executive – New Business

Professional Resources Partners Pty Ltd; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in Kempton Park is seeking a Sales Executive to drive new business development. The role requires managing the entire sales cycle, fostering client relationships, and achieving sales targets. Candidates should have at least 3 years of sales experience, a valid driver's license, and excellent communication skills. This permanent position offers a basic salary along with allowances and commission.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ external sales experience, ideally in a service or technical environment.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and develop new business opportunities to achieve sales targets.
• Prepare and deliver professional presentations, proposals, and tenders.
• Manage the full sales process, from prospecting to contract negotiation and closing.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products, services, and market conditions.
• Establish and maintain long-term client relationships through regular follow-ups.
• Assist in coordinating new installations or amendments to existing client services.
• Handle customer queries, complaints, and account reconciliations effectively.
• Ensure compliance with company processes, policies, and legal requirements.

Skills

Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

Excellent time management and organisational ability

High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Confident, self-driven, and target-oriented

Strong business acumen with the ability to build and maintain client relationships

Education

Grade 12 / Matric (NQF Level 4)

Diploma in Marketing or Business Administration (NQF Level 5 preferred)

Job description

POSITION: Sales Executive – New Business
LOCATION: East rand
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent (3-month probation)
BASIC SALARY: R30 000.00, fuel, cell allowance and commission

JOB PURPOSE

The Sales Executive – New Business is responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new clients within the assigned region. The role involves managing the full sales cycle, from prospecting and presenting proposals to negotiating and closing deals, while maintaining strong client relationships to ensure long-term growth and customer satisfaction.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 / Matric (NQF Level 4)
• Diploma in Marketing or Business Administration (NQF Level 5 preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years’ external sales experience, ideally in a service or technical environment
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify, research, and develop new business opportunities to achieve sales targets.
• Prepare and deliver professional presentations, proposals, and tenders.
• Manage the full sales process, from prospecting to contract negotiation and closing.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products, services, and market conditions.
• Establish and maintain long-term client relationships through regular follow-ups.
• Assist in coordinating new installations or amendments to existing client services.
• Handle customer queries, complaints, and account reconciliations effectively.
• Ensure compliance with company processes, policies, and legal requirements.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Excellent time management and organisational ability
• High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Confident, self-driven, and target-oriented
• Strong business acumen with the ability to build and maintain client relationships