Job Description

• Ever spotted those cheerful yellow card machines around town? Yep, that’s iKhokha, on a mission to revolutionize how small businesses embrace digital payments.  
• Join our journey by becoming a Field Sales Specialist, contributing to our digital empowerment narrative in unique ways. If you thrive in a lively sales atmosphere, bring that go-getter spirit, and enjoy a good challenge, this role is tailor-made for you. 

So, what will you do?  

• You will be responsible for growing the iKhokha customer base and be accountable for hitting steep sales targets in Mpumalanga Highveld:  

Trade areas: Witbank, Emalahleni and Secunda 

• We need H U N T E R S who will actively source and find new sales opportunities, build a sales pipeline and most importantly, close deals.  If you enjoy a fast paced environment and love a challenge, then keep reading on… 

In addition to the above, you will: 

• Prospect and canvass for new customers in targeted areas and targeted industries 
• Post-sale call and follow ups, logging all activity and demos with clients  
• Promotional or new product upsell/cross sell/service calls 
• Research new sales leads, plan country trips and execute plans to acquire new customers 
• Ensure all set company Gross Profit, Device sales and Demo targets are achieved on a monthly & quarterly basis 
• Complete feedback loops as required which includes Swarm and demo feedback and HubSpot usage and deal pipeline management 
• Provide proactive feedback regarding suggested changes or improvements to sales or service procedures that could improve the business  
• Sign-up merchants and assist them with FICA documentation required 
• Complimentary follow up visits 
• Full focus on specialized campaigns and reporting in detail on this such as top merchant campaign or area targeted campaigns 
• Uphold company standards and values at all times when representing the brand 
• Monitor competition in the marketplace and share any relevant insights 
• Take full ownership and accountability for resolving customer complaints by investigating problems, offering solutions and making recommendations to management. 
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through ongoing self and shared learning. 

Qualifications

• Completed Matric 

Deal breakers: 

• Minimum 3 year’s Field/Outbound Sales experience. 
• Previous exposure working within merchant services or banking sector is advantageous. 
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.  
• Intermediate knowledge using Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sales Software & CRM.  
• FICA training advantageous.  
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport is essential. 

Additional Skills & Knowledge: 

• Proven track record delivering on sales targets and successfully dealing with customer relationships.  
• Advanced knowledge of Sales funnel & pipeline management.