About the Role
Our client, a leading telecommunications service provider, is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Senior Telecoms Sales Executive to join their expanding team in East London, Eastern Cape. This role is crucial for driving sales growth and expanding market share for our client's comprehensive range of telecoms products and services. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in enterprise sales, a deep understanding of the telecommunications market, and exceptional relationship-building skills. You will be responsible for identifying and nurturing client relationships, developing tailored solutions, and closing significant deals within the East London, Eastern Cape region. This is an exciting opportunity to make a substantial impact within a dynamic and forward-thinking organization. You will work closely with pre-sales engineers and support teams to ensure client satisfaction and successful service delivery. Your sales acumen will be key to achieving ambitious targets and contributing to the company's ongoing success.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve assigned sales targets and revenue goals.
- Identify and prospect new business opportunities within the enterprise and business segments.
- Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers at client organizations.
- Understand client needs and provide consultative solutions involving the company's telecommunications products and services.
- Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals.
- Negotiate contract terms and close sales agreements.
- Collaborate with internal technical teams to ensure the successful delivery of solutions.
- Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments.
- Manage the sales pipeline effectively using CRM tools.
- Provide market feedback to product development and marketing teams.
- Attend industry events and networking functions to generate leads and build brand awareness.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Telecommunications, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of successful sales experience, preferably within the telecommunications or technology sector.
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales quotas.
- Strong understanding of telecommunications services (e.g., fixed-line, mobile, data, cloud, managed services).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients at all levels.
- Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and MS Office Suite.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
- Willingness to travel within the Eastern Cape region as required.
- Experience selling to diverse business sectors is advantageous.
- Knowledge of the local East London market is a plus.
Benefits
- Our client offers a competitive base salary plus an attractive commission structure, along with comprehensive medical aid and a retirement savings plan.
- Excellent opportunities for sales training, professional development, and career advancement within the telecoms industry are provided.
- A generous annual leave allowance supports a healthy work-life balance.
- This role offers a hybrid work model, combining field sales activities with office-based work and remote flexibility.
- Join a dynamic and growing team in East London, Eastern Cape, and contribute to our client's success.
- Company vehicle and travel expenses are covered.
- Performance incentives and bonuses are awarded for exceeding targets.
- Regular team meetings and sales strategy sessions are conducted.