Senior Telecoms Sales Specialist (Remote)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Healthcare benefits

Home office allowance

Sales training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Senior Telecoms Sales Specialist to join our client’s expanding sales force in a fully remote capacity. You will drive revenue growth across the telecommunications sector, managing your own nationwide territory from a base in or near Durban.

The role requires a strong B2B sales track record in telecom, expert product knowledge, and exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; relevant technical certifications are a plus.
• Proven track record of success in B2B sales, specifically within the telecommunications industry.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a sales specialist or account management role.
• In-depth knowledge of current telecom technologies, services, and market trends.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and proficient in using CRM software and remote collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet revenue targets for telecom solutions.
• Identify and prospect new business opportunities via networking and lead generation.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key decision-makers.
• Conduct persuasive presentations and product demonstrations tailored to client needs.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals, ensuring profitable outcomes.
• Provide market feedback to product development and marketing teams.

Skills

B2B sales

CRM software

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Remote collaboration tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Tools

CRM software

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a driven and experienced Senior Telecoms Sales Specialist to join their expanding sales force on a fully remote basis. You will be responsible for driving revenue growth by identifying, pursuing, and closing opportunities within the telecommunications sector . This role demands a deep understanding of telecom products and services, exceptional sales acumen, and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships across diverse industries. As a remote employee, you will manage your territory autonomously, leveraging digital tools and communication platforms to connect with prospective and existing clients nationwide, operating from your base in or near Durban .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets for telecom solutions.
• Identify and prospect new business opportunities through various channels, including networking and lead generation.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key decision-makers in target organizations.
• Conduct persuasive sales presentations and product demonstrations, tailored to client needs.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals, ensuring profitable outcomes for the company.
• Provide market feedback to product development and marketing teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; relevant technical certifications are a plus.
• Proven track record of success in B2B sales, specifically within the telecommunications industry .
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a sales specialist or account management role.
• In-depth knowledge of current telecom technologies, services, and market trends.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and proficient in using CRM software and remote collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure.
• Fully remote position offering work-life balance and geographic flexibility.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Allowance for home office setup and expenses.
• Extensive sales training and ongoing professional development opportunities in KwaZulu-Natal .