Sales Executive

Recruiter

Stonebridge HR Solutions

Job Ref

Pta000515/VLR

Date posted

Monday, June 1, 2026

Location

Midrand, South Africa

Salary

R25 000 - R37 000 CTC (based on experience)

SUMMARY

A leading multinational company in Johannesburg is seeking a dynamic, polished, and results-driven Sales Executive to join their high-performing team. If you are passionate about building relationships, exceeding targets, and driving business growth, this is your chance to take your sales career to the next level.

POSITION INFO

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Tertiary qualification will be beneficial but not essential
• 5+ years external (field) Sales experience
• Pharmaceutical sales / field merchandising in retail / beauty / health industry experience would be preferable
• Excellent communication skills
• Fluent in both Afrikaans and English
• Customer focused and able to prioritize long-term client relationships over short-term wins. Understands customer needs and provides solutions.
• Time management, organised, self-motivated, and a natural go-getter.
• Passion for sales and relationship building.
• Comfortable with cold calling and sourcing new clients.
• Results orientated and focused on achieving sales goals and understands how their work impacts the company’s bottom line.
• Adaptable and flexible to different customers and markets.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Integrity and Reliability: Builds trust through honesty, consistency, and ethical behaviour.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using CRMs, mobile tools, and digital communication platforms.
• Willingness to Learn: Open to feedback, training, and continuous improvement.
• Must own vehicle.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Willing and able to go on Country trips 1-2 weeks per month (costs will be covered).

Areas covering

• Johannesburg North
• Johannesburg West
• Country trips to the Free State

Salary

• Manage an existing database as well new business development

• Service and maintain a well-established existing customer base and build strong relationships with customers.
• Actively identify and acquire new business through proactive outreach and cold calling.

• Clean, dust, and maintain display stands at customer sites.
• Set up and refresh in-store marketing materials and ensure products are in optimal display locations.
• Negotiate and secure in-store marketing and promotional opportunities.

• Sales & Order Generation:

• Proactively drive product orders across the full range—not just reactive order taking.
• Assess stock levels and trends to offer smart replenishment suggestions and upselling.

• Staff Training & Service Delivery:

• Train in-store staff on our products, including hygiene, technique, and customer interaction.
• Support the store team to ensure service consistency and professionalism.

• Visit national retail head office customers and complete required activities during these visits to qualify for visit-based remuneration.

• Trade Shows & Special Events:

• Attend and work at company trade shows or promotional events, including over occasional weekends (with prior notice).
• Competitive salary with lucrative benefits as well as commission

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.