Job Description

Our client is revitalising their conferencing and events venue and is seeking dynamic, persuasive, and target-driven Sales Executives to lead the charge. This role is all about hunting for new business, generating leads, and closing deals in a competitive market.
If you thrive on outbound sales, love building relationships, and have the resilience to succeed in a high-pressure environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities
As a Sales Executive, you will:

• Drive outbound sales activity including cold calls, client meetings, and tailored proposals.
• Generate new business leads and convert them into confirmed bookings.
• Consistently deliver on monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Manage your pipeline and maintain accurate records of leads and sales in the CRM system.
• Work closely with the Conferencing Managing Agent to ensure seamless client handovers.
• Represent the venue at client pitches, networking functions, and industry events.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years' B2B outbound sales experience, ideally in conferencing, hospitality, or venue hire.
• Established relationships within the MICE industry (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions).
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong presentation, pitching, and negotiation skills.
• Resilient, self-motivated, and comfortable in target-driven environments.
• Must have own transport and a valid driver's licence.

Personal Attributes

• A hunter mentality - driven to build a pipeline and close deals.
• Confident and persuasive, with strong relationship-building skills.
• Results-oriented and competitive, with the discipline to follow through.
• Comfortable working in a base + commission remuneration structure.
• Energetic networker who enjoys building long-term relationships.

Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a venue transformation journey, where your results will directly impact growth and success. You'll have the freedom to own your sales strategy, the backing of a strong venue offering, and the chance to build lasting client partnerships.

• Location: Fourways, Johannesburg
• Duration: Long Term Contract

To apply please send a detailed CV (in MS Word format) via email to info@sapientis.co.za (Ref: SLEX_SME_G)

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