Senior Sales Executive

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sales Executive for our Vereeniging operations in Gauteng. The role calls for strategic leadership to drive revenue growth, close high-value deals, and mentor junior sales staff across cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate brings extensive senior sales or BD experience, exceptional negotiation and communication skills, and deep knowledge of the Gauteng market. You will shape sales strategies and contribute to sustained market leadership.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a senior sales or business development role.
• Proven ability to close large, complex deals.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Gauteng market dynamics.
• Ability to analyze sales performance metrics and develop strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute complex sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts.
• Lead negotiations for high-value contracts and ensure favorable terms.
• Collaborate with product development and marketing to align sales efforts.
• Mentor and coach junior sales staff.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities.

Skills

Sales leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

Market knowledge

Data analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an accomplished Senior Sales Executive to lead sales initiatives and drive significant revenue growth for their operations in Vereeniging . This is a strategic role requiring deep market understanding, exceptional leadership, and a proven ability to close high-value deals. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and execute sales strategies that align with the company's objectives in Gauteng . We are looking for a results-driven individual who can mentor junior sales staff and contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation in the competitive Vereeniging market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute complex sales strategies to achieve ambitious revenue targets.


• Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts, identifying opportunities for strategic expansion.


• Lead negotiations for high-value contracts and ensure favorable terms for the company.


• Collaborate with product development and marketing teams to align sales efforts with market needs.


• Mentor and coach junior sales team members, fostering their professional development.


• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify new business opportunities and competitive advantages.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (7+ years) in a senior sales or business development role.


• Demonstrated success in closing large, complex deals and managing key accounts.


• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.


• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.


• In-depth knowledge of sales methodologies and market dynamics in Gauteng.


• Proven ability to analyze sales performance metrics and develop strategic plans.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with substantial performance-based bonuses and incentives.


• Executive-level benefits package including comprehensive health coverage and retirement plan.


• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles.


• Access to continuous professional development and industry-leading training.


• A dynamic and forward-thinking work environment focused on achieving market leadership.