Sandton, South Africa

Sales Executive - Travel News

 Job Description:

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Sales Executive with experience in the travel industry and a demonstrated history of success in new business sales.

The ideal candidate is a hunter someone who thrives on the challenge of identifying and securing new clients while uncovering untapped business opportunities.

As a hunter, you will be responsible for prospecting, cold calling, and securing new business. You should excel in lead generation and qualification, possess high energy levels and stamina, and be ambitious with a strong focus on driving revenue growth

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Identify and secure new clients to drive business growth.
  • Prospect and cold call to uncover new business opportunities.
  • Generate and qualify leads effectively.
  • Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve targets.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
  • Meet ambitious revenue goals and contribute to overall business success.
  • Continuously sharpen sales skills and stay updated with industry trends.
  • Utilize CRM tools to manage client relationships and track sales activities.
  • Demonstrate digital savviness to adapt to modern sales processes.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Passion for sales.
  • Willingness to sharpen skills for success.
  • Self-confidence and an adventurous, can-do attitude.
  • Ability to bring in new business and retain existing clients.
  • Capability to plan and execute a sales strategy.
  • Own car and valid drivers license.
  • Matric essential; tertiary qualification in business or marketing is advantageous.

ADVANTAGEOUS:

  • Experience in the travel industry.
  • Proven track record in sales, particularly in media sales and/or B2B advertising.
  • Proficiency in using a CRM system.
  • Digital savviness.



  Required Skills:

Sales Strategy CRM Excel New Business Opportunities Cold Calling Lead Generation Energy History Travel Advertising Strategy Marketing Business Sales