Senior Telecom Sales Executive

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Company car

Travel allowance

Health and retirement benefits

Ongoing sales training

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking a Senior Telecom Sales Executive to drive revenue growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities within the telecommunications sector.

You will leverage your industry knowledge to build client relationships, deliver compelling proposals, and close complex deals, with a base salary plus uncapped commissions and substantial benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in B2B sales, telecom sales preferred.
• Proven track record closing complex deals in the telecom sector.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets for telecom services and solutions.
• Identify, prospect, and qualify new sales leads and opportunities in target markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers.
• Understand client needs and provide tailored telecom solutions.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, proposals, and quotations.
• Negotiate contract terms and close sales agreements.

Skills

B2B sales

Negotiation

Client relationships

Prospecting

Telecom knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Senior Telecom Sales Executive to join their dynamic sales team in Stellenbosch. This role focuses on driving revenue growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities within the telecommunications sector. You will leverage your extensive industry knowledge and sales expertise to build strong client relationships and close complex deals. This is a key position for an individual passionate about technology and adept at navigating the competitive telecom market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets for telecom services and solutions.
• Identify, prospect, and qualify new sales leads and opportunities within target markets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers at prospective and existing client organizations.
• Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions that address their business challenges.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, proposals, and quotations.
• Negotiate contract terms and close sales agreements successfully.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success in B2B sales, preferably within the telecommunications industry.
• Minimum of 5 years of sales experience, with a strong understanding of telecom products and services.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Company car and travel allowance.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Ongoing sales training and professional development opportunities.