Security Depots Limited Seeks Sales Executive in Lusaka, Zambia

Security Depots Limited, a company based in Lusaka, Zambia, is seeking a Sales Executive to join their team on a commission-based contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, marketing the company's security services, and acquiring new clients. The role requires a self-motivated individual with strong networking abilities, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to generate business.

The Sales Executive will be responsible for actively marketing and promoting Security Depots Limited's security services to prospective clients, including corporate, commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional sectors. They will generate leads through various channels, such as cold calling, networking, referrals, and physical visits. The ideal candidate will have at least a Grade 12 School Certificate, and a Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Sales and Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field will be an added advantage.

The Sales Executive will need to identify and establish contact with key decision-makers, arrange and conduct meetings with prospective clients, and present the company's security solutions professionally. They will also prepare and submit quotations, proposals, and other sales documentation, and follow up on submitted quotations to secure business. Previous experience in B2B sales, corporate sales, or business development will be highly desirable.

The successful candidate will earn commission on qualifying business successfully secured for Security Depots Limited. Commission rates and payment arrangements will be communicated and agreed upon before engagement. The company is looking for an individual who is persuasive, commercially minded, self-driven, resilient, well-presented, and results-oriented, with a strong understanding of business development, client acquisition, and relationship management.

The Sales Executive will be required to maintain accurate records of sales activities, client meetings, leads, quotations, and business opportunities. They will also submit regular sales and business development reports to Management and maintain professional relationships with acquired clients. A valid driver's licence and an established network of business contacts will be an added advantage.

Security Depots Limited's security services include manned guarding, electronic security solutions, electric fencing, gate automation, maintenance, and other approved security services. The Sales Executive will need to understand the value of these services and communicate them effectively to prospective clients. The company is looking for an individual who can work independently with minimal supervision and is comfortable with commission-based earnings and performance targets.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, and a strong sense of accountability. They will be able to confidently engage company directors, procurement managers, business owners, and other senior decision-makers. Security Depots Limited offers a performance-driven, commission-based opportunity for a self-motivated individual to join their team and contribute to the company's growth and success.

Key points

• The Sales Executive will be required to work on a commission-based contract with no fixed monthly salary.
• The successful candidate will need to have at least 2 years' proven experience in sales, marketing, business development, or client acquisition.
• The Sales Executive will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, marketing security services, and acquiring new clients in Lusaka, Zambia.