Senior Sales Executive (Rope Access)

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Sales Executive to expand a strategic sales team in Johannesburg. This role requires proven sales experience, strong CRM expertise, and the ability to engage high-level stakeholders. The successful candidate will develop sales strategies and nurture key accounts. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including a petrol card and travel reimbursement.

Benefits

Petrol Card

Travel Reimbursed

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of sales experience, with a focus on key account management.
• Proven success in winning large, complex deals.
• Strong industry network with existing relationships with key decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to secure key projects and grow key account revenue.
• Engage with high-level stakeholders, including C-suite executives.
• Manage and nurture long-term client relationships, ensuring repeat business.

Skills

Sales experience

CRM system experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Solution selling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Job description

Senior Sales Executive (Rope Access) – Johannesburg.

A well-established rope access solutions provider, is looking to expand its strategic sales team.

Specialising in industrial and commercial rope access work, including maintenance, repairs, and high-access services, the company prides itself on agility, safety, and minimal operational disruption for clients.

With a small internal team and a network of project-based contractors, the business services a wide client base. This is an opportunity to join a close-knit, high-performance team, with the autonomy to drive business development and take full ownership of large deals across diverse industries.

You’ll play a critical role in setting the tone for future sales hires and the expansion of the company’s footprint

Salary: R23 000 – R25 000 per month+ Commission + Target based 13th cheque.

Benefits: Petrol Card and Travel Reimbursed.

Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12
• Own vehicle and valid license (Essential)
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum 7 years of sales experience, with a focus on key account management
• Experience in rope access, industrial services, or related sectors
• Proven success in winning large, complex deals and managing strategic relationships
• Strong CRM system experience
• Proficiency in solution selling and consultative sales approaches
• Previous collaboration with cross-functional teams on customised service solutions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Strategic thinking and creative problem-solving ability
• Strong industry network and existing relationships with key decision-makers
• Willingness to travel extensively
• Must be able to provide proof of sales performance

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to secure key projects and grow key account revenue
• Engage with high-level stakeholders, including C-suite executives and decision-makers
• Monitor competitor activity, market trends, and client feedback to identify growth areas
• Actively identify and pursue new business opportunities including tenders and JVs
• Manage and nurture long-term client relationships, ensuring repeat business and referrals
• Partner with operations to deliver tailored rope access solutions
• Negotiate commercial terms and close high-value contracts
• Provide insights and industry expertise in collaboration with marketing efforts
• Attend site visits and client meetings across Johannesburg and beyond, including cross-border travel when required
• Represent the company in securing opportunities in sectors such as government, construction, energy, agriculture, and industrial manufacturing