Sales Representative - New Business

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary plusCommission

Health benefits

Ongoing training and development

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative team in Soweto

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a proactive Sales Representative to focus on new business acquisition within the community. You will identify potential clients, build rapport, and convert leads into revenue while expanding the company’s market share.

The role rewards performance with a competitive base salary plus attractive commissions, ongoing training, and opportunities for career growth in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sales or business development role with a focus on new client acquisition.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales territory effectively.

Responsibilities

• Actively prospect for new business opportunities through various outreach methods.
• Conduct thorough needs assessments to understand prospective clients' requirements.
• Present and demonstrate products/services in a compelling manner.
• Manage the entire sales process from initial contact to closing the deal.
• Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.

Skills

New business development

Sales

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CRM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and ambitious Sales Representative to focus on new business acquisition in the vibrant Soweto community. This role is all about identifying potential clients, building rapport, and converting leads into new revenue streams. You will be instrumental in expanding the company's reach and market share within this key territory. If you have a knack for connecting with people and a drive to succeed in sales, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to our client's growth and build a rewarding career in sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively prospect for new business opportunities through various outreach methods.
• Conduct thorough needs assessments to understand prospective clients' requirements.
• Present and demonstrate products/services in a compelling manner.
• Manage the entire sales process from initial contact to closing the deal.
• Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a sales or business development role with a focus on new client acquisition.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales territory effectively.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and sales tracking tools.
• A results-driven attitude with a commitment to achieving sales goals.
• High school diploma required; further sales qualifications are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with attractive commission and bonus structures.
• Comprehensive health and benefits package.
• Ongoing sales training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing company.
• A supportive team environment focused on collaboration and achievement in Soweto .