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Job summary
A leading lighting supplier is seeking a Sales Executive to drive business in the industrial and commercial lighting sector. This role involves developing new business, managing stakeholder relationships, and conducting site audits to identify energy improvements. Qualified candidates should have a technical sales background in the lighting industry, design proficiency with software like AGI or Relux, and a proven record in market development. A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are essential for traveling within KZN.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in the lighting industry or adjacent heavy sectors.
- Ability to use lighting design software for presenting applications.
- Proven ability to find new market segments and close sales.
Responsibilities
- Actively hunt for new clients through cold calling and visits.
- Build relationships with consulting engineers and architects.
- Conduct site audits to identify failures and energy improvements.
- Show Financial Directors how LED upgrades pay for themselves.
- Work with teams to propose lighting layouts based on client needs.
Skills
Tools
Sales Executive – Industrial and Commercial Lighting
Are you ready to secure your future in a recession‑proof industry while earning significant commission on "big ticket" infrastructure projects?
Based in Durban, KZN, this role offers a Target Salary of R – R OTE, plus a car allowance, medical aid, and provident fund.
This is your chance to move from general sales to a technical specialist role, offering a direct path to leadership within a stable, expert organization.
For over 55 years, this company has solidified its position as a trusted leader in the South African lighting industry.
They design and supply high-quality solutions, ranging from explosion-proof fixtures for mining to modern solar street lighting.
Serving industrial, commercial, and public sectors, they are known for innovation and service excellence.
Their long heritage guarantees technical expertise, giving you the market credibility needed to close deals with major clients.
- Develop New Business: Actively hunt for new clients via cold calling and site visits, targeting businesses with aging infrastructure.
- Manage Stakeholders: Build relationships with consulting engineers and architects to get products specified in early design phases.
- Conduct Site Audits: Walk through factories and mines to identify failures and areas for energy improvement.
- Present Financial Solutions: Show Financial Directors how LED upgrades pay for themselves through ROI calculations.
- Design Solutions: Work with internal teams to propose specific lighting layouts based on client needs.
- Technical Sales Background: Experience in the lighting industry or adjacent heavy industry sectors is required.
- Design Proficiency: Ability to use lighting design software, such as AGI or Relux, to present technical applications.
- Market Development: Proven ability to find new market segments and close sales targets consistently.
- Communication: Must be able to speak confidently with engineers, mining staff, and contractors.
- Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel within KZN.
WhatsApp your CV to with reference Sales Executive: Lighting.
This exclusive opportunity is managed by The Recruitment Pig on behalf of a 55‑year‑old market leader in South African lighting infrastructure.
Join a stable organization that offers rapid professional development and the chance to champion an innovative commercial and industrial lighting supplier.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.