Sales Executive : Services, East London - - East London

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

Minimum of 3 years experience in Service Industry preferably from a solution contract sales industry; as well as a tertiary qualification (preferred)
Valid SA drivers license and own vehicle
Experience in selling soft services /similar services would be an advantage
Good MS Office ability
Cold calling and telemarketing experience
Experienced in sourcing new business, conducting "Needs Analysis" and preparing custom solution proposals.
Proven sales track record achieving sales targets
Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
Good interpersonal skills & able to interact with clients at all levels

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

Work with a defined sales quota focusing on initiating relationships with multi-level decisionmakers through phone, marketing, e-mail / direct mail campaigns, in-person contacts / cold calling, networking, and presentations
Achieves monthly sales targets as set out in budget
Correctly cost new business and achieving the maximum margin on new business
Ensure contracts are correctly signed and filed for new business
Prepare quotes and presenting to clients.
Develop innovative and creative solutions to identify and develop new customers
Keep abreast of changes in technology
PRO at client functions
Maintain contact with existing clients and develop new business
Arrange monthly entertainment if and when necessary
Ensure operational staff receives the correct documentation to start contracts or special jobs
Provide onsite assistance on start of contract
Prepare and present weekly/monthly sales reports at month end /weekly sales meetings
Assist with training of new sales staff