Account Executive - South Africa

About Sellmark

Sellmark is committed to creating brands that foster memories and traditions by producing industry-leading outdoor lifestyle products. We promote a healthy outdoor lifestyle and drive innovation through positive leadership, strong ethics, and unwavering dedication. Our team-oriented culture encourages self-growth, mutual respect, and a passion for excellence—both at work and beyond. We seek individuals who bring passion to everything they do, instill confidence, trust, and respect, and inspire success while building strong relationships. If you're looking for a dynamic, professional, and supportive team, we’d love to have you join us.

Position Description

The Account Executive will be responsible for lead generation, conversion, and maintaining business relationships with current and prospective customers and optimizing the customer service experience.

Essential Duties And Tasks

• Contact new and existing accounts and provide support by understanding the customer’s business, anticipating their future needs and becoming their primary supplier
• Ensure CRM records are up to date and kept current.
• Participate in all the required training.
• Plan travel and maintain accurate records, including expense reimbursement and other documentation, as needed.
• Analyze territory / market potential and determine the value of existing and prospective customer’s value to the Company.
• Make outbound visits, handle prospect calls and attend trade shows.
• Achieve sales quotas and meet deadlines.
• Maintain vast product knowledge to emphasize product features and benefits, negotiate prices, discuss terms and prepare sales agreements and / or reports.

Perform additional duties as required to support the department's effective operation.

Qualifications

As a company with products related to the firearms and outdoor sports industry, applicants must be comfortable working in environments where firearms and related equipment are present. This includes attending events, demonstrations, and training sessions that may take place on shooting ranges or in other outdoor settings. A passion for our industry and a willingness to engage in hands-on experiences are essential for success in this role. Experience in the firearms and / or hunting industry and knowledge of safe weapons handling is highly preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

WORK SCHEDULE / HOURS

The role primarily aligns with standard business hours; however, flexibility is essential to accommodate varying schedules based on business demands. This may include evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, as well as hours outside of typical departmental operations.

Competitive Compensation, Benefits And Training

Sellmark Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals feel valued and respected. #J-18808-Ljbffr