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Sales Executive: Specialised Cleaning Services

Empact Group Southern Africa
Durban Full-day Full-time

Description:

The purpose of this position is to drive sales growth in our Specialized Cleaning Services division. This role focuses on selling high-value cleaning solutions, including high-rise window cleaning, strip-and-seal treatments, floor maintenance, deep cleaning, and shut-down cleans, to commercial, industrial, food, healthcare and retail clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in B2B sales, excellent relationship-building skills, and a deep understanding of the cleaning industry’s specialized service offerings.
Minimum requirements
  • Grade 12
  • 3-5 years of sales experience in the cleaning, hygiene, facilities management, or related industry
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets (Ideal)
  • Own reliable transport
  • A valid driver’s license

Experience
  • 3-5 years of sales experience in the cleaning, hygiene, facilities management, or related industry.
  • Industry Knowledge: Understanding of specialized cleaning processes and equipment.
  • Sales Skills: Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
  • Experience in selling specialized cleaning services.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations related to high-rise and industrial cleaning.
  • Strong existing network of potential clients in target industries.
Competencies
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Negotiation: Strong ability to negotiate contracts and close deals.
  • Client-Focused: Ability to build long-term client relationships.
  • Customer service
  • Deadline Driven, honest and efficient
  • Attention to detail

Key Performance Areas
New Business Development
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities in targeted industries (e.g., corporate offices, retail centers, industrial plants, and hospitality).
  • Generate and qualify leads through cold calling, networking, and industry events.
  • Develop customized proposals and pricing strategies based on client need
Account Management & Client Retention
  • Maintain strong relationships with existing clients to maximize retention and upsell additional services.
  • Conduct site visits and assessments to provide tailored cleaning solutions.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, resolving concerns promptly
Sales & Revenue Growth
  • Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
  • Present and demonstrate specialized cleaning solutions to decision-makers.
  • Negotiate contracts and service agreements
Market & Industry Knowledge
  • Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and technological advancements in specialized cleaning.
  • Provide market intelligence and feedback to management to refine sales strategies

Operational Coordination
  • Work closely with operations teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Provide clear job specifications and client expectations to the service team.


Requirements:

  • Grade 12
  • 3-5 years of sales experience in the cleaning, hygiene, facilities management, or related industry
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets (Ideal)
  • Own reliable transport
  • A valid driver’s license
  • 3-5 years of sales experience in the cleaning, hygiene, facilities management, or related industry.
  • Industry Knowledge: Understanding of specialized cleaning processes and equipment.
  • Sales Skills: Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
  • Experience in selling specialized cleaning services.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations related to high-rise and industrial cleaning.
  • Strong existing network of potential clients in target industries.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Negotiation: Strong ability to negotiate contracts and close deals.
  • Client-Focused: Ability to build long-term client relationships.
  • Customer service
  • Deadline Driven, honest and efficient
  • Attention to detail
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities in targeted industries (e.g., corporate offices, retail centers, industrial plants, and hospitality).
  • Generate and qualify leads through cold calling, networking, and industry events.
  • Develop customized proposals and pricing strategies based on client need
  • Maintain strong relationships with existing clients to maximize retention and upsell additional services.
  • Conduct site visits and assessments to provide tailored cleaning solutions.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, resolving concerns promptly
  • Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
  • Present and demonstrate specialized cleaning solutions to decision-makers.
  • Negotiate contracts and service agreements
  • Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and technological advancements in specialized cleaning.
  • Provide market intelligence and feedback to management to refine sales strategies

  • Work closely with operations teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Provide clear job specifications and client expectations to the service team.
30 Apr 2025;   from: careers24.com

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