My client, a leading provider of educational technology solutions, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Software Sales Consultant to join their dynamic sales team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education technology and a proven track record in sales.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute sales strategies to effectively sell their existing products (Learning Systems) to new clients.
- Manage the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals and follow-ups.
- Work with the team to define a product/sales pipeline and explore opportunities.
- Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
- Actively seek out new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking, and social media.
- Set up meetings with potential clients and listen to their wishes and concerns.
- Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services.
- Participate in exhibitions or conferences on behalf of the company.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve better results.
- Gather feedback from customers or prospects and share it with internal teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Sales or Business Development.
- Proven experience as a sales consultant, preferably in Educational Technology or software sales.
- Strong understanding of sales performance metrics.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills; the ability to build rapport quickly.
- Familiarity with CRM software and MS Office.
- An ability to deliver engaging presentations.
Skills:
- Strategic thinking with a strong focus on results.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities.
- Capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
- Fluent in English - Speak, understand, and write.
- Some understanding of Afrikaans, Zulu, or Xhosa will be advantageous.
Other:
- The role requires travel.
- The nature of the job may require working irregular hours.
THIS IS A 12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT POSITION
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