South Africa: Sales Executive – WC posted by Compass Medical

March 9, 2026 Jobs in South Africa

Compass Medical

South Africa

Other Professions

Job Description

About the Role

Are you a hunter, ambitious, self-motivated, confident, and persistent? Do you see yourself being part of a winning team? Look no further, then this Sales Executive position based at our Compass Medical Waste Services branch in Western Cape (WC), is just for you. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth and building strong relationships with existing customers.

Key Responsibilities

Achieving or exceeding monthly sales targets.
Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers.
Managing customer requirements to understand, anticipate and meet their needs practically, whilst spotting potential sales opportunities.
Increase and generate new business sales through existing customer base (up sales/cross sales).
Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and opportunities.
Educate customers on the industry requirements.
Secure business through signing of long-term service level agreements (customer retention).
Overseeing customers in both the private and public sectors.
General administration.
Gathering market, customer, and competitor information.
Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions.
Ability to travel and stay away from home for short periods.

Requirements

Matric or Grade 12 / NQF 4 learning ability.
Minimum 5 Years sales / medical representative experience.
Basic accounting knowledge.
Sales and Marketing Diploma / Nursing Diploma an added advantage.
Knowledge of the Health Care Risk Waste Industry an added advantage.
Possess excellent interpersonal skills.
Must own reliable transport with a clear and valid driver’s licence.
Excellent communication and liaison skills at all levels, verbal and written.
Computer literate with the ability to formulate reports.

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Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are required for this role.

How to Apply

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