Sales Representative- JHB

Business Representative -JHB

You will be responsible for servicing existing Independent client base as well as selected Retail Businesses (Hardware, retails etc). Expanding the business by bringing in new business. Sales function includes building of displays, promotions, training, listing of products and promoting the business.

Education / Experience

• Proficient in English
• Minimum 5 years in Sales
• Previous experience in Garden Equipment - an advantage
• Strong account management and relationship building experience
• In store merchandising
• Technical experience - an advantage

Competencies required

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to think strategically and critically
• Proficient in Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Aptitude / Style required

• An organized approach to working
• Attention to detail
• High standards of personal performance/integrity
• Be able to work independently, while maintaining a team view & attitude
• Be able to work collaboratively as part of a team and across a matrix
• Embrace challenge and change
• Ability to work under pressure and manage ambiguity
• Passionate about continuing professional development

Key responsibilities

• Perform according to and achieving objectives established in the Company's strategic plan
• Achieve the budgeted turnover for the assigned account(s)
• Develop, maintain and improve business relationships with customers of the Company
• Collaborate closely with the marketing team on developing new promotions and services for customers
• Develop and maintain strategic long-term trusting relationships with high volume clients to accomplish organic growth and long-term company objectives
• Listing of products
• Serve as the contact point for key customers and internal teams
• Resolve customer complaints in an effective and respectful way
• Keep abreast of industry and market trends and best practices
• Weekly salesmeetings with Management Update store displays
• Return Management
• In Store Promotions New Project development and information - Feedback fr