Social Media Sales Agent

Are you a driven, social media savvy sales professional who thrives on turning online conversations into real conversions? Join our Commercial team as a
Social Media Sales Agent
in
Stellenbosch or Worcester
, where you'll be the digital face of Herotel, converting enquiries into activations while delivering warm, professional engagement across every platform.
This role is perfect for a confident communicator who loves the pace of social media, has a natural flair for sales, and takes pride in representing a brand with empathy and professionalism.

What you'll do:

Own every sales enquiry from first message through to activation, without handing it off
Carry a monthly revenue target and consistently meet or exceed it
Scan social media channels daily to uncover new leads, competitor gaps and sales opportunities
Log all leads, activity and conversions in the CRM on the day they happen
Monitor and respond to customer queries, comments and complaints across all platforms
Escalate technical issues and service disruptions to the right internal teams and follow through to resolution
Maintain a consistent, on brand voice across every customer interaction
Schedule engaging content that supports campaigns, product launches and service updates
Track and report on engagement, sentiment and sales performance weekly and monthly
Stay current on platform updates, social media trends and best practice
What you'll need:
Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent
A certification in social media, digital marketing, communications, customer service or sales is advantageous
Previous experience in customer service, sales or community management is an advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and local languages
A sales oriented mindset, confident identifying and closing opportunities
A customer centric approach and the ability to stay calm and professional under pressure
Sound knowledge of major social media platforms and how to convert leads through them
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple conversations at once
Comfort with basic computer skills and social media management tools such as Meta Business Suite
A friendly, approachable and empathetic communication style
Reliability, accountability and strong time management
Willingness to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
What we offer:
Exposure to a dynamic workplace
A chance to grow your skills through our internal academy
A friendly, team driven environment
Group Risk Benefits
Medical Benefits
Health and Lifestyle Programmes
Important Disclaimer:
Please ensure that the information you provide in your application is true, accurate, and correct.
Preference will be given to candidates from Designated Groups, as defined by the Employment Equity Act and in line with Herotel's Employment Equity Plan.
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.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.