Software Sales Consultant

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

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.

Benefits:

• Negotiable: Basic plus Commission.

THIS IS A 12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT POSITION