Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Sales Executive to join our team in Durban, responsible for winning new commercial business in a competitive market. As a field-based, target-driven sales professional, you will be required to consistently prospect, develop pipelines, and close deals. This is a high-autonomy role that offers high reward, with performance directly driving earnings.
Key Responsibilities
- Actively sourcing and securing new fleet and commercial clients
- Building, managing, and maintaining a robust sales pipeline
- Managing the full sales cycle from cold prospecting to close
- Engaging decision-makers and growing long-term commercial relationships
- Taking full ownership of targets, activity levels, and results
Requirements
- Proven new-business sales experience (hunter role)
- Minimum of 3 years in a similar role
- Background in logistics, transport, fleet, or truck sales
- Comfortable with cold calling, door knocking, and self-generated leads
- Strong commercial and negotiation ability
- Self-disciplined, structured, and performance-driven
Qualifications
None mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive basic salary, uncapped commission (no ceiling on earnings), fuel card (280 litres per month), medical aid and pension fund, laptop and 3G connectivity provided, car allowance can be structured into TCOE, vehicle tracking device installed (no cost) for demos, activity tracking, and SARS compliance.
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About Sales Jobs in eThekwini
In the eThekwini region, the sales industry is driven by various sectors, including financial services, technology, and manufacturing. Typically, companies in these sectors require sales professionals who can effectively communicate with clients, understand their needs, and provide solutions to drive revenue growth.
Generally, sales positions in eThekwini offer competitive salaries, typically ranging from R500 000 to R1 500 000 per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and performance. However, please note that actual salary figures can vary significantly, and these ranges are only a broad guide.
Common skills required for sales roles in eThekwini include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build relationships with clients, a solid understanding of products or services, negotiation and closing techniques, and technical skills such as CRM software proficiency. Additionally, many successful sales professionals possess a degree or diploma in business studies, marketing, or a related field.
Industries that commonly employ sales roles include financial services sector companies, technology industry players, manufacturing sector businesses, and e-commerce platforms. In these sectors, sales representatives often work with clients to understand their needs, provide solutions, and drive revenue growth.
For those interested in pursuing a career in sales, there are various opportunities for development and progression. Many companies offer training programs and mentorship schemes to help employees develop their skills and advance in their careers. Typically, experienced sales professionals can move into leadership roles or transition into related fields such as account management, business development, or sales management.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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