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Vital Element (Pty) Ltd

Sales Executive

Vital Element (Pty) Ltd

  • R Undisclosed
  • Permanent Management position
  • Durban Region
  • Posted 30 Jan 2026 by Vital Element (Pty) Ltd
  • Expires in 11 days
  • Job 2630551 - Ref VE857
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About the position

Seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Executive to spearhead sales operations and lead the sales team to new heights. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving sales performance, developing and executing winning strategies, and building strong client relationships across diverse industries.

Responsibilities:

  • Sales Leadership: Drive overall sales performance and ensure targets are consistently achieved
  • Strategy Development: Design, implement, and refine sales strategies that align with growth objectives
  • Team Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire the sales team to achieve excellence and foster a high-performance culture
  • Business Development: Identify new market opportunities across target sectors (Mining, Municipal, Fire Protection, Commercial, Agricultural), expand client base, and strengthen existing customer relationships
  • Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions aligned with product offerings
  • Expand the company's market presence locally and internationally through strategic partnerships and networking
  • Commercial Growth: Negotiate contracts, close deals, and maximize revenue streams
  • Market Insight: Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform strategic decisions
  • Relationship Building: Build and maintain long-term partnerships with clients, distributors, stakeholders, and industry leaders

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 7 years proven sales experience, ideally in industrial, engineering, or water-related sectors
  • Demonstrated ability to drive sales performance and deliver measurable results
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and motivating sales teams
  • Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills
  • Exceptional relationship-building capabilities with a client-centric approach
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans
  • Outstanding communication and presentation skills
  • Proven track record in sales/business development, preferably in industrial, construction, or water infrastructure sectors
  • Strong understanding of B2B sales cycles and tender processes
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to travel locally and internationally as required
  • Relevant qualification in Business, Sales, Engineering, or related field (advantageous)

Desired Skills:

  • Technical sales
  • Tenders
  • Contracts
  • Executive level
  • Sales skill
  • Team leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Water conservation
  • Engineering
  • Strategic thinker

Desired Work Experience:

  • 1 to 2 years Fabricated Metal Manufacturing
  • 5 to 10 years Representative / Sales Consulting

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Degree

About The Employer:

Well established Company committed to sustainability and innovation

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Vital Element (Pty) Ltd

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ABOUT US Vital Element stems from a passion and drive to influence and add value in the realm of recruitment and HR. Our focus covers both companies and individuals. We embrace this passion by building lasting partnerships, striving for innovation and remaining vibrant and ethical.

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