Alberton: Sales Executive

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Executive to join our team in Alberton. As a sales professional with a passion for the culinary world, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with decision-makers, and driving sales growth for our company’s Works apparel.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and engage new business opportunities within hotels, restaurants, chains, lodges, and other hospitality outlets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers, chefs, F&B managers, procurement officers, Executive Housekeepers, and hospitality executives.
• Present and promote company’s Works apparel, highlighting quality, innovation, and suitability for the industry.
• Achieve monthly and annual sales targets through proactive prospecting and pipeline management.
• Conduct product presentations, demonstrations, and training sessions for clients.
• Prepare and deliver proposals, quotations, and negotiate contracts with clients.
• Work closely with the internal team to ensure smooth order processing and client satisfaction.
• Attend industry trade shows, events, and culinary expos to represent company’s Works and generate leads.

Requirements

• 3 years experience in B2B sales, preferably within hospitality, catering supplies, or apparel/uniforms.
• Previous experience selling into hotels, restaurants, or lodges is highly advantageous.
• A passion for the culinary world and understanding of hospitality operations will be a strong advantage.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills able to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven sales experience, ideally in the hospitality, catering, foodservice, or related industry.
• Go-getter attitude self-driven, proactive, and target-oriented.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and closing skills.
• Ability to manage a sales pipeline effectively and consistently hit targets.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

Matric Tertiary education in Business, Sales, Marketing, or Hospitality Management preferred but not essential.