Vsaf - Sales Executive

Venair () is a leading engineering and manufacturing company of silicone hoses and flexible silicone pieces for the most demanding sectors, such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, fuel cells, and aerospace.

We provide innovative custom solutions according to our customer's requirements.

Nowadays Venair has 28 sales branches distributed in Europe, Africa, Asia, and America, 3 manufacturing centers, and employs more than people around the world.

Due to our fast international expansion, we are seeking a Sales Executive for the Sales branch in Johannesburg, South Africa where we support mainly FMCG, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology manufacturers within the country.

The ideal candidate will not only bring experience in selling industrial B2B products / solutions or process equipment to end users, OEM, and Engineering firms but will also demonstrate the capacity to grow into a strong-build team.

Make cold calls, engage with specified customer segments and drive sales growth in assigned areas.

Build and maintain strong customer relationships to provide exceptional customer service to generate future sales opportunities.

Customer prospecting to identify and pursue new business opportunities, through the entire sales cycle to close new business, such as, prospection, cold calling, business trips, quotations, follow-ups, sales closure, and payment collection.

Frequent visits and communication to the assigned areas.

Achieve sales goals by following proven processes and developing new ones.

Champion company products by demonstrating product-specific knowledge.

Regularly update the CRM system (Salesforce) with all commercial activities and efforts.

Represent the company in exhibitions and trade fairs (as a visitor or exhibitor).

Act as a role model in sales methodology, teamwork, and customer approach, helping shape best practices for future team growth.

Participate in initiatives that support branch development, contributing ideas and showing readiness.

Bachelor's degree (Business Administration, Science, Economics, Engineering or similar).

B2B Sales Experience - 1 to 2 years with a proven track record, specifically in green fields and sectors such as the pharmaceutical or food and beverage industries.

Reside within the Gauteng area (preferable).

Driving license class B mandatory.

Proficiency in English (Additional languages i.e. Afrikaans will be a plus).

Strong communication and presentation skills.

CRM experience (Salesforce will be a plus).

Flexibility to travel frequently (minimum 50% of the time).

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Proactivity, initiative and ownership.

Unfixed term contract.

A total annual compensation package based on experience and qualifications.

Company-provided laptop and cell phone.

Car allowance provided.

Access to Health Insurance Allowance.

Comprehensive training programs, both theoretical and practical, designed and delivered by Venair experts.

If you are looking to grow into a potential team within a fast-growing international environment, this is the place for you!