Sales Executive – Office Supplies

About the role

Our client, a growing distribution company in Tanzania, is looking for a proactive, target‑driven Sales Executive to expand its market presence in the office supplies sector. The role involves identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships and securing high‑volume accounts across corporate, government, school and wholesale markets.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across corporate, government, school and wholesale markets.
• Approach and onboard corporate offices, government agencies, schools and wholesale distributors.
• Conduct field sales activities, including travelling to client locations for product demonstrations, presentations and negotiations.
• Secure high‑volume corporate and school accounts and develop long‑term business relationships.
• Manage key accounts and serve as the primary contact for recurring bulk stationery orders.

Required profile

• 2–3 years of proven sales experience; experience in the stationery industry is a plus.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or a related field is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation, communication, customer relationship management and business development abilities.
• Results‑driven with a track record of achieving challenging sales targets.
• Willingness and ability to travel across different regions of Tanzania for field sales activities.

Required skills