Sales Representative - Trade Redecoration

SUMMARY:


A leading Paint company seeks an experienced sales representative to join their team
The successful candidate should have a passion for sales and an excellent ability to deal with people on various levels
Strong negotiating skills are essential, as well as a proven track record in Business to Business sales

POSITION INFO:

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Increase the Company’s market share by strategically targeting industry stakeholders i.e. managing agents, Body corporates, Asset owners, Property Groups, and networking with large redecoration contractors, 3rd Party Specifiers. Sales generated will be largely new business

Achievement of set sales targets

Attending to customer needs

Completion of a monthly call report which includes daily and weekly planning

New business development and the maintenance thereof

Build good professional relationships with all industry stakeholders whilst managing complex industry politics

Compile professional paint specifications, read building plans, conduct quantity estimations, and prepare quotations. Conduct site visits, quality control, and compile related technical reports

Present corporate presentations, host professional site meetings, and body corporate/trustee meetings

Provide colour guidance and technical advice to customers

REQUIREMENTS

Must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate

A Sales qualification would be advantageous

A minimum of 5 years relevant practical sales experience gained within the Western Cape

Must be fully bi-lingual and well-spoken in Afrikaans

Exposure to the building trade and/or body corporate and/or commercial property environment would be advantageous

Competencies Required:

Willingness to learn and adapt quickly to the building/paint industry

Must be able to quickly understand and develop a strong technical knowledge of industry practices and terminology

Ability to build strong professional relationships and network with a variety of industry stakeholders

Need to have the emotional intelligence to adapt and deal with different personality types whilst managing politics

Must be results-driven and have a passion for sales

Must be a team player and willing to work together with colleagues and support staff

Honesty, integrity, and punctuality is crucial for success

Ability to deal with customers at all levels. From the boardroom to the site

Financial understanding during business transactions

Computer literacy and proper working knowledge of MS Office computer packages to compile emails, technical specifications, and quotes

Ability to deal with a large workload whilst prioritising and scheduling without dropping the ball

High customer service standards with excellent negotiation skills

Must be innovative, pro-active, and think outside the box in a fast-developing and ever-changing marketplace

Hands-on approach to problem-solving

Ability to manage stress levels whilst managing a challenging workload

Ability to stay motivated in a challenging and competitive environment

REMUNERATION

Monthly Salary Range - Negotiable

Car Allowance, Cell Allowance, Petrol, Provident fund

Due to workload, regular overtime is required with no overtime being paid

Should you meet the above requirements, we urge you to please apply by forwarding your CV along with any supporting documents to deon@------

Contact will only be made with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful

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