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Corporate Sales Executive (Hotel & Events)

How2Apply Talent Network

Stellenbosch, Western Cape

Contract

Posted 1 day ago

Contract Marketing & Sales Code 8

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Job Description

Your pipeline, your territory, your commission: that is the deal at this packaging manufacturer in Stellenbosch. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

This post is Stellenbosch-based, with most of your time spent at a packaging manufacturer.

What you'll actually do

Chase overdue accounts with the credit department before they grow.
Build quotes and proposals with correct pricing and margins.
Book and run discovery meetings with buyers and procurement managers.
Attend trade shows and industry breakfasts to meet buyers.
Log every lead, meeting and deal stage in the CRM.
Negotiate contract terms, rentals and service-level agreements.

Must-haves

Resilient enough to handle long sales cycles and rejection
You close deals, not just collect meetings
Solid presentation and negotiation skills
Valid driver's licence and your own reliable car
Confident with Excel, Outlook and a CRM
Matric plus a sales, marketing or technical qualification

Nice if you have

An existing network of buyers in your sector
A technical trade or engineering background for sales engineer roles
Salesforce, Zoho or HubSpot CRM experience

What's in it for you

Basic plus monthly commission on gross profit
Cellphone contract and laptop
Pension fund and medical aid contributions
Annual incentive trip for top performers

How to apply

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: copy of your driver's licence, your qualifications plus proof of past sales performance, such as target letters or commission statements.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 8 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Stellenbosch; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Before you hit apply

Name the industries and deal sizes you have handled, not only your job titles.
Prepare a 30-60-90 day plan for the territory and bring it to the second interview.