Job Description

Closing date: 5 November 2025
Job Purpose
The Sales Executive is responsible for driving business development and client engagement across AssureCloud's services. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and supporting operational teams to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and service quality.
Key Responsibilities

• Identify and analyse potential customer accounts across all service lines and market segments.
• Prioritise client engagement based on strategic value and service offering.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Conduct client courtesy calls across various geographical areas.
• Collaborate with internal teams to unlock new opportunities.
• Conduct market research to identify new markets and customer needs.
• Develop and implement growth strategies focused on financial gain and customer satisfaction.
• Manage the full sales cycle, including contract preparation, negotiation, and after-sales support.
• Track and analyse sales performance, providing regular reports to senior management.
• Assist with business management functions such as monthly reports and other tasks as delegated by the Head of Sales.

Qualifications:

• BSc qualification or Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology (advantageous).
• Basic understanding of microbiology, chemistry, or diagnostic testing (advantageous).

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a sales role, preferably in a B2B environment.
• Experience in food safety testing or diagnostic services (advantageous).
• Experience working with food manufacturers, processors, or retailers (advantageous).

Skills & Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of microbiology, chemistry, or diagnostic testing.
• Strong understanding of sales principles and techniques.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Dynamics CRM and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Results-driven with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• High level of motivation and work ethic.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Other:

• Preference will be given to employment equity candidates.
• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel locally as needed.

Skills Required