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Cape Town: Sales Executive (CPT) posted by Datafin

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Sales Executive (CPT)Media/Marketing/Sales
Cape Town – Western Cape – South Africa

ENVIRONMENT:
A dynamic provider of Cloud-based Operating Solutions seeks a Sales Executive with 3-5+ years in Sales roles within SaaS, custom software, digital transformation, or B2B technology sectors. This is an execution-focused role for a proactive sales professional who will contribute to commercial growth by identifying opportunities, closing deals, and building lasting client relationships, while working within a high-performance team. The ideal candidate must also have a suitable Degree or Diploma in Business/Marketing/IT or similar field with a proven track record in meeting or exceeding sales targets & experience in solution-selling and managing B2B sales cycles. You also need to be familiar with CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot) and sales processes and have a solid understanding of South African public and private sector dynamics.
DUTIES:
Lead Generation and Prospecting (50% of role focus) –
  • Identify and qualify potential clients through research, networking, and targeted outreach.
  • Generate leads via inbound inquiries, cold calling, email campaigns, and industry events.
  • Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline aligned with company targets.
Sales Execution (40% of role focus) –
  • Conduct consultative sales presentations and demos to showcase bespoke software solutions.
  • Negotiate and close deals, ensuring alignment with client needs and company offerings.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to tailor proposals and respond to RFPs effectively.
Customer Relationship Management (5% of role focus) –
  • Nurture existing client relationships to drive upsell, cross-sell, and renewal opportunities.
  • Act as a trusted point of contact, providing ongoing support and gathering feedback.
  • Track client interactions in CRM systems to ensure accurate forecasting and reporting.
Market Intelligence and Support (5% of role focus) –
  • Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies.
  • Contribute insights to the sales team and assist in refining sales strategies.
  • Support marketing efforts by providing field-level feedback and participating in campaigns.
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications
  • Relevant Degree or Diploma in Business, Marketing, IT, or a related field.
Experience/Skills
  • 3-5+ Years in Sales roles within SaaS, custom software, digital transformation, or B2B technology sectors.
  • Proven track record in meeting or exceeding sales targets.
  • Experience in solution selling and managing B2B sales cycles.
  • Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot) and sales processes.
  • Understanding of South African public and private sector dynamics.
Advantageous
  • Experience in Bespoke Software Sales, Agile Development, or Cloud Solutions.
ATTRIBUTES:
  • Results-driven mindset with strong initiative and persistence.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Adaptable, collaborative, and motivated by targets and incentives.
  • Demonstrates a proactive, customer-centric approach with the ability to uncover needs and close deals effectively.
  • Maintains discipline in pipeline management and adapts to client objections.
  • Builds trust-based relationships with clients and internal teams, communicating clearly and persuasively.
  • Excels in teamwork and contributes to a positive, goal-oriented environment.
  • Stays ahead of industry trends, proactively spotting opportunities and sharing insights.
  • Thrives in a dynamic setting, balancing independence with team collaboration.
  • Handles rejection and challenges with positivity, continuously improving skills and processes.
  • Embraces feedback and focuses on delivering measurable results.
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