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Career Options Africa Group

Sales Executive

Career Options Africa Group

Uganda Full time Sales & Marketing
Posted: Jul 24, 2026 1 week ago Deadline: Aug 10, 2026 22 views

Job Description

 

Sales Executive – IT Products (Uganda)

Recruitment Company: Career Options Africa Group
Client Industry: Business Technology Solutions
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Consulting | Technology | Sales & Retail | Advertising & Marketing | Business Operations
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: Monday, 10 August 2026

About Career Options Africa Group

Career Options Africa Group is a leading Human Resources consultancy firm providing recruitment, HR outsourcing, immigration support, and talent solutions across Africa.
The company operates across several African markets, including Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi, Nigeria, South Africa, and South Sudan.
Career Options Africa Group is recruiting on behalf of a leading business technology solutions company seeking a talented and results-driven Sales Executive – IT Products to drive revenue growth, develop client relationships, and expand market opportunities in Uganda.

Job Summary

The Sales Executive – IT Products will be responsible for leading sales and business development activities by identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, preparing technical and commercial proposals, and achieving revenue targets.
The successful candidate will use market knowledge, B2B sales expertise, and technology solutions understanding to attract customers and deliver suitable solutions that address business needs.
This role requires a commercially driven professional with strong communication skills, experience in SaaS sales, and the ability to manage corporate clients and tender processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sales and Business Development
  • Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve company revenue targets.
  • Identify new business opportunities within Uganda and regional markets.
  • Generate leads through research, networking, referrals, and market analysis.
  • Present technology solutions to potential customers.
  • Convert prospects into long-term clients.
2. Client Relationship Management
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers.
  • Understand customer business challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Manage key client accounts to ensure satisfaction and retention.
  • Provide regular follow-up and customer support throughout the sales cycle.
3. SaaS and Technology Product Sales
  • Promote and sell business technology solutions.
  • Explain product value propositions to corporate clients.
  • Support customers in understanding technology benefits.
  • Keep updated on technology trends and market developments.
4. Tender and Bid Management
  • Conduct desk research to identify sales opportunities.
  • Prepare technical and commercial bids for tenders.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to develop competitive proposals.
  • Ensure submission of accurate and timely tender documents.
5. Sales Reporting and Performance Management
  • Track sales activities and pipeline progress.
  • Prepare sales reports and forecasts.
  • Monitor achievement against sales targets.
  • Provide market feedback to management.
6. Internal Collaboration
  • Work closely with technical teams to understand solutions.
  • Collaborate with marketing teams on campaigns and lead generation.
  • Support customer onboarding processes.
  • Contribute ideas that improve business growth.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should have:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in:
    • Sales and Marketing
    • Business Administration
    • Information Technology
    • Business Management
    • Related field
Added advantage:
  • MBA or Master’s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline.

Required Experience

Candidates should have:
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in SaaS sales or business development.
  • Experience selling technology products or services.
  • Experience managing B2B customers.
  • Experience handling business proposals, bids, and tender processes.
  • Proven ability to achieve sales targets.

Required Skills and Competencies

B2B Sales Skills
Ability to sell technology solutions to organisations, understand customer needs, and close business deals.
Business Development Skills
Ability to identify market opportunities and develop strategies for customer acquisition.
Communication Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present solutions professionally.
Negotiation Skills
Ability to negotiate contracts, pricing, and business agreements.
Relationship Management
Ability to build trust and maintain strong customer partnerships.
Organisation Skills
Ability to manage multiple clients, sales activities, deadlines, and priorities.
Technical Understanding
Ability to understand and communicate IT products, SaaS solutions, and digital business tools.

Preferred Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be:
  • Target-driven and commercially focused.
  • Confident engaging with corporate decision-makers.
  • Comfortable working independently.
  • Passionate about technology and business growth.
  • Willing to travel for sales activities.
  • Skilled at identifying and converting sales opportunities.

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive:
Monthly Salary Range:
USD 600 – USD 700
Additional benefits may include:
  • Professional growth opportunities.
  • Exposure to technology solutions.
  • Performance-based career development.
  • Opportunity to work with a leading business technology company.

Career Growth Opportunities

A successful Sales Executive can progress into roles such as:
  • Senior Sales Executive
  • Business Development Manager
  • Sales Manager
  • Key Account Manager
  • Head of Sales
  • Commercial Manager

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV only with the subject heading:
Sales Executive (IT Products) – Uganda
Applications should be submitted before:
Deadline: Monday, 10 August 2026
Candidates should include their:
  • Current salary
  • Previous salary
  • Expected salary
Applications will be reviewed continuously, and qualified candidates may be invited for interviews before the closing date.
Candidates who do not receive communication after the deadline should consider their applications unsuccessful.

Interview Preparation – Possible Questions and Answers

1. Tell us about yourself and your sales experience.
Answer Guide:
Explain your background in sales, business development, technology solutions, client management, and achievements in generating revenue or acquiring customers.
2. How do you generate new sales leads?
Answer Guide:
I use market research, LinkedIn networking, referrals, industry events, cold outreach, customer referrals, and analysing business needs to identify potential clients.
3. Explain your experience selling SaaS or IT products.
Answer Guide:
Discuss the technology solutions you have sold, the type of customers targeted, sales processes followed, and how you demonstrated value to customers.
4. How do you handle a customer who is not ready to buy?
Answer Guide:
I focus on understanding their challenges, providing relevant information, maintaining communication, addressing concerns, and building a relationship until they are ready to make a decision.
5. What sales KPIs do you monitor?
Answer Guide:
Key metrics include:
  • Number of leads generated
  • Conversion rate
  • Sales revenue
  • Customer acquisition cost
  • Sales pipeline value
  • Customer retention rate
  • Deal closure time



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Career Options Africa Group

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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Sales & Marketing
  • Location: Uganda
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