Sales Executive (Remote)
Somewhere
🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R29,600 – R33,300 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Sales Executive
Who We AreWe are a leading US e-commerce retailer of professional massage, spa, and medical equipment. We serve a diverse range of professionals, including massage therapists, medical spa owners, estheticians, doctors, and physical therapists, as well as large-scale institutions such as hospitals, universities, and municipal governments across the US and Canada.
Who We SeekWe are looking for a high-caliber candidate with elite online and over-the-phone sales skills to join our team as a Sales Executive. As the principal point of contact and relationship manager for both enterprise and boutique customers, you will manage strategic sales initiatives and the full end-to-end sales process.
Once hired, you will undergo a comprehensive training program to master our product line, target markets, and specialized sales methodology.
The ideal candidate:
* Thrives when working autonomously and independently
* Quickly identifies and adapts to evolving customer needs
* Operates with speed and exceptional attention to detail on a computer
* Possesses a strong “closer” mindset with a focus on efficiency
What You Will DoThis is a unique sales opportunity focused on closing warm and high-intent inbound leads. There is little to no cold outreach, as our marketing channels generate qualified prospects directly.
You will engage with middle-to-bottom-of-funnel customers, consult on product selection, draft accurate quotes, handle objections, and close sales efficiently.
Primary Duties
* Closing inbound leads (70%): Engage and convert warm leads from our online storefront
* Customer service and sales projects (15%): Strategic account management and project-based sales work
* Marketing projects (15%): Initiatives that support and optimize the sales funnel
Key Responsibilities
* Build rapport and trust through strong discovery and a confident, energetic communication style
* Apply best-practice sales techniques to follow up and close leads effectively
* Master the product catalog and SOPs through self-directed learning
* Draft accurate quotes and maintain high-quality written communication
* Achieve revenue targets through inbound follow-ups, outbound calls to past customers, and strategic outreach
* Manage multiple priorities while remaining adaptable to shifting business needs
Qualifications
Minimum:
* Matric or equivalent
* First-language English speaker
* 3 years of experience as a Sales Representative or Account Executive with a proven track record of quoting and closing via phone and online channels
Preferred:
* 5 years of experience in a Sales Executive or similar role
* Experience in e-commerce sales or high-volume customer service environments
Working Hours and Logistics
* Location: Fully remote (work from home)
* Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM US Central Time (CST)
* South Africa Time:16:30 – 02:30 (Dec–Feb)15:30 – 01:30 (Mar–Nov)
* 16:30 – 02:30 (Dec–Feb)
* 15:30 – 01:30 (Mar–Nov)
This role is ideal for candidates who prefer evening work aligned with the US market.
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
At R29,600/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,600/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 602 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →