Sales Executive/New Business Development

Are you a driven and results-oriented sales professional with a passion for the creative industry? Blueberry Creatives, a boutique design agency run by a talented group of women, is looking for a team player to help us grow and source new business. If you thrive in sales, target driven and love building relationships, this role is for you! 

What we're looking for

• Availability from April 2025.
• At least three years of sales experience, preferably in an agency environment with knowledge of print and digital design.
• A portfolio that highlights your success in prospecting and generating new business.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, goal-driven and highly organised to achieve monthly sales targets.
• Energetic and optimistic, with strong planning, reporting and administrative skills.
• Tech-savvy and fully equipped for remote work, with a laptop, reliable Wi-Fi and proficiency in Microsoft Office and online meeting platforms.
• Comfortable with LinkedIn outreach and attending networking events.

What you'll be doing

• Identify and acquire new business, building a strong line of potential clients through meetings, calls, emails, online channels and networking.
• Assess inbound and outbound leads to determine if they’re the right fit for our design services.
• Meet and exceed monthly sales targets by consistently generating and converting leads.
• Engage with key decision-makers and influencers, showing them how our agency can bring their vision to life.
• Keep track of leads and meetings, guiding opportunities from first contact to conversion.
• Stay informed on market shifts and client needs to refine your outreach and boost engagement.
• Monitor sales interactions, report on key metrics and share insights with the team to refine strategies.
• Maintain personalised, consistent communication to nurture long-term client relationships.

Our office is based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town and applicants will expect to travel locally for this hybrid position.

Send us your CV with references and a brief note explaining why you’re the perfect fit for the role to anneke@blueberry.co.za
If you don’t hear from us within three weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Posted on 17 Mar 15:36, Closing date 16 May