Senior Sales Executive

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Presencial; ZAR 600.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive base salary and uncapped 1

Medical aid and provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Performance incentives and bonuses

Dynamic team culture

Travel allowance

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Senior Sales Executive to drive revenue and build strong client relationships. You will develop strategic plans, identify new clients, and close deals in a results-driven, fast-growing environment.

The role requires 5+ years in senior sales, excellent presentation and negotiation skills, CRM experience (Salesforce), and willingness to travel within the region.

Formación

• 5+ years in senior sales roles.
• Track record of meeting/exceeding targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation & presentation.
• Strong business acumen and customer psychology.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Proficient in CRM (Salesforce) and sales enablement tools.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.
• Valid driver’s license; travel within Pietermaritzburg region.
• Relevant degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Admin or related field preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to grow revenue.
• Identify and engage with potential clients via networking, cold outreach, referrals.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers.
• Deliver persuasive sales presentations and product demos.
• Negotiate contract terms and close deals to meet quotas.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop sales collateral and campaigns.
• Provide regular sales forecasts and reports to management.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor strategies.
• Mentor junior sales team members.

Conocimientos

Sales leadership

B2B sales

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Communication

Relationship building

CRM experience

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Herramientas

Salesforce

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly growing sales organization, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Sales Executive to join their thriving team in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal . This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in driving revenue and building strong client relationships within a supportive and performance-oriented environment. You will play a pivotal role in expanding our client's market share and contributing to their continued success. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in B2B sales and a passion for exceeding targets. If you are a results-driven professional looking for a challenging and rewarding career, this position is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve company objectives and revenue growth targets.
• Identify, prospect, and engage with potential new clients through various channels, including networking, cold outreach, and referrals.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers within client organizations.
• Conduct persuasive sales presentations and product demonstrations tailored to client needs.
• Negotiate contract terms and close deals to meet or exceed sales quotas.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop effective sales collateral and campaigns.
• Provide regular and accurate sales forecasts and reports to management.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market activities, and competitor strategies.
• Mentor junior sales team members and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Sales Executive or in a similar senior sales role for at least 5 years.
• Demonstrable sales achievement track record, consistently meeting or exceeding targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of sales principles and customer psychology.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
• Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and sales enablement tools.
• Self-motivated, with a results-oriented approach and the ability to work independently.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the Pietermaritzburg region.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing company.
• Regular performance incentives and bonuses.
• A dynamic and supportive team culture.
• Travel allowance for business-related travel.