Sales Executive

Sandton Permanent 34,377 - 38,060 per year View Job Description
The Sales Executive will be responsible for driving exhibition and sponsorship sales in South Africa by identifying prospects, managing the sales pipeline and closing revenue-generating opportunities. The role focuses heavily on B2B new business development and closing deals.
  • New and exciting Sales role
  • Experienced in hunting and closing deals

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and growing business operating within the exhibitions, events and commercial sales industry. The company specialises in creating industry-leading trade events and commercial partnership opportunities, with a strong focus on revenue growth, client relationships and market expansion.

Job Description

  • Achieve exhibition, sponsorship and revenue sales targets.
  • Prospect, pitch and close new exhibitors, sponsors and commercial partners.
  • Manage renewals, rebookings, upselling and cross-selling opportunities.
  • Maintain and prioritise an accurate sales pipeline and database.
  • Reactivate dormant and lapsed clients through structured follow-ups.
  • Build strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor events and industry developments.
  • Provide accurate sales forecasting, reporting and pipeline updates.
  • Manage floorplan allocations and support commercial event planning.
  • Focus on high-probability sales opportunities to maximise conversion rates.

The Successful Applicant

  • Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
  • 3-10 years' B2B sales experience with a proven track record of achieving or exceeding targets.
  • Strong prospecting, cold-calling, negotiation and closing skills.
  • Experience managing sales pipelines and forecasting accurately.
  • Ability to engage with decision-makers and manage commercial relationships professionally.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal in English.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel, SAP and AI tools.
  • Highly organised, resilient, proactive and target-driven.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

What's on Offer

  • Comprehensive medical aid and pension benefits.
  • A permanent role



If you are a motivated Sales Executive eager to make an impact in the business services industry, I encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Hervine Muya
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7021391
Phone number
+27113038304

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
Direct Sales
Industry
Media & Agency
Location
Sandton
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Hervine Muya
Consultant phone
+27113038304
Job Reference
JN-052026-7021391