Role: Senior Data Centre Sales Specialist
Location: Gauteng
Role type: Permanent
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and engage high-value clients for data centre solutions, building long-term partnerships.
- Develop a deep understanding of client needs to provide customised, technology-driven solutions.
- Work closely with internal teams to tailor offerings and ensure smooth service implementation.
- Strategically plan and execute sales initiatives to consistently exceed revenue targets.
- Stay informed on industry advancements, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape.
- Deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals to prospective clients.
- Lead contract negotiations and successfully close deals, ensuring win-win outcomes.
Qualifications & Experience:
- 8+ years of proven sales experience in data centre services or related technology solutions.
- In-depth expertise in data centre technologies, virtualisation, cloud services, and IT infrastructure (Huawei, Dell, Nutanix, NetApp, SuperMicro).
- Strong ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex projects effectively.
- Customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
- Ownership-driven mindset with a passion for achieving business success.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and strategic thinking capabilities.
- Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Effective time management and organisational abilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical mindset with a results-oriented approach.
- Ability to work independently and thrive in a team-driven environment.
Education:
- National Diploma (Required)
