Sales Executive (Hospitality Software)

5 Years
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Company Details
Industry: Consulting
Description: Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Summit Recruitment & Search Africa has been the leading African Recruitment and Search Agency, delivering world class Talent Sourcing, Executive Search, Recruitment and HR Solutions across the continent. Our expertise spans across all regions of Africa, including Northern Africa, Southern Africa, Eastern Africa, Western Africa, and Central Africa. We have clients ranging from Multi-nationals, Non-profit, SME’s and start up organisations wishing to attract and retain outstanding individuals across a variety of business sectors. ,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,Because we are based in Africa, we have the local expertise and knowledge, assisted by our international portfolio of psychometric assessment tools, to ensure that the right individuals are sourced and become an asset to your organisation.
Job Description

Our client, a leading provider of advanced technology solutions for the hospitality sector, is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to join their team.
With a minimum of 5 years of sales experience, ideally within the technology or hospitality industries. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying new business opportunities, nurturing key relationships, and drive revenue growth by promoting innovative solutions to hospitality clients.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Develop and execute targeted sales strategies to achieve business goals within assigned regions or markets in the hospitality sector.
Identify and generate new business opportunities through market research, prospecting, networking, and leveraging industry contacts.
Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with decision-makers, influencers, and key stakeholders within the hospitality industry.
Deliver compelling product presentations and demonstrations that clearly communicate the value of our advanced solutions to prospective clients.
Prepare accurate sales forecasts, reports, and performance metrics, providing insights into market trends, client feedback, and emerging opportunities.
Lead negotiations and close contracts, ensuring alignment with company policies while delivering on client expectations.
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote the brand and build a strong network of potential leads.

Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years of B2B sales experience, with a strong preference for candidates with technology sales experience in the hospitality sector.
Bachelor’s degree in business, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
Familiarity with cloud-based technology platforms and SaaS sales models.
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and building a robust client portfolio.
Experience managing a sales team.
In-depth knowledge of the hospitality sector, including an understanding of hotel operations and the technology landscape
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders.
Strong presentation and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate complex solutions clearly.

We endeavor to make contact with all of our applicants, but high volumes may make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, this does not preclude you from being considered for future roles, so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience.

Salary: Monthly Gross Salary Kes 200,000 (Approx 1550 USD)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Career Level: Mid-level
Job Type: Permanent
Deadline for applications: 31/08/2025

Salary: Kshs. 200,000
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

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