Sales Specialist

takealot.com, South Africa's leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Sales Specialist to join our team in Johannesburg

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us. We offer a market related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won’t be bored as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build something great.

• Identify and target potential business customers to grow the Takealot for Business client base.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet and exceed acquisition targets.
• Leverage existing market research and insights to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive opportunities.
•  Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline through proactive prospecting, networking, and lead generation.
• Present and demonstrate Takealot for Business solutions to prospective clients, tailoring offerings to meet their specific needs.

• Work closely with the Head of Venture: B2B to align sales strategies with overall business goals.
• Continuously refine and optimize the sales process to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
•  Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments to maintain a competitive edge.

•  Work closely with the Head of Venture: B2B to align sales and strategies with overall business goals.
•  Prepare and present regular reports on sales performance, account activity, and market trends.
• Provide feedback to the product and operations teams to improve offerings and customer experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sales, account management, or a similar role, preferably in a B2B environment.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and managing key accounts.
• Experience in e-commerce is advantageous.