Job Description
As an ICT Sales Solutions Architect for a client, your mission is to drive revenue by promoting our comprehensive ICT and managed solutions to both new and existing clients. Youll educate clients on how our tailored services, ranging from internet connectivity to VoIP, server hosting, and cloud solutions, can improve their operations, lower costs, and elevate productivity. This role requires a proactive approach, extensive client travel, and strong relationship-building to meet or exceed monthly sales targets while enhancing customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Sales and Business Development
- Identify and meet with potential clients to showcase our tailored ICT and managed services.
- Generate new leads, grow our client base, and convert prospects into signed clients.
- Secure new business by preparing quotes, proposals, and ensuring all necessary documentation is collected.
- Act as client contact manage expectations, respond to inquiries, cancellations, and sales requests promptly.
- Exceed monthly sales quotas through cross-selling, up-selling, and add-ons.
Customer Relations and After-Sales Service
- Make proactive “goodwill” calls to ensure satisfaction and smooth experience post-deployment.
- Handle customer complaints, investigate issues, propose solutions, and escalate recommendations to management as needed.
- Foster strong relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business.
Reporting and Planning
- Plan and optimize daily travel and client visit schedules for efficient time management.
- Produce regular reports: weekly call logs, work schedules, monthly sales performance, and client status updates for your department manager.
Financial and Administrative Duties
- Ensure all finance-related paperwork is received, clients approve site completion, sign-off is arranged, and payment is processed.
- Liaise with technical teams on complex client requests (e.g., CRM integrations, advanced network routing).
Market Intelligence and Product Knowledge
- Conduct market research to understand competitor offerings and refine sales strategies.
- Stay current on our full suite of services, ranging from ICT infrastructure and internet solutions to copier services, CCTV/biometrics, power backup, and financial services, plus improve sales techniques continually.
- Develop and deliver compelling sales presentations and demos.
- Participate in marketing events and represent Innovation Hub professionally at all times.
Additional Duties
- Perform other duties assigned by the department manager.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Minimum 2 years of sales experience in a similar B2B ICT, managed services, or telecommunications role.
- Highly organized, efficient, and able to work under pressure to meet targets.
- Strong customer service focus with excellent negotiation and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and a positive, hardworking attitude.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to build trust and professional relationships.
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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