Sales Representative / Sales Executive

Description

Our client in the Services Industry based in Port Elizabeth is currently looking to employ a Sales Rep/Executive.

Requirements:

1. Grade 12 / Matric / NQF Level 4 secondary education qualifications.
2. Marketing or Business Administration Diploma (NQF Level 5) and a minimum of 3 years’ sales experience preferred.
3. Minimum of 3 years' experience in an external sales position.
4. Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, and company-related software systems.
5. Strong interpersonal, communication, sales, and time management skills.
6. Own transport and a valid driver’s license are required. Ability to travel within the designated area of responsibility.

Responsibilities and Expectations (but not limited to):

1. Possess a comprehensive understanding of the laundry/production process, laundry equipment, and the supply management chain.
2. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of products, with the ability to confidently engage with clients from the start.
3. Familiarity with the sales, negotiation, proposal, and tender processes, including all documentary and legal requirements for service level agreements, contracts, proposals, and tenders.
4. Ability to effectively implement the negotiation process.
5. Conduct research to source client names and build a comprehensive client database.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
7. Build and maintain strong business relationships to generate new opportunities and business.
8. Proven ability to source and retain clients, follow up effectively, and resolve queries and complaints efficiently.
9. Successfully market new services and businesses to potential clients.
10. Oversee and coordinate new or amended installations at client sites.
11. Complete credit/vendor applications and perform invoice reconciliations to resolve client complaints.
12. Produce clear and concise written correspondence, including letters, emails, and proposals.
13. Stay current on products, services, market trends, competitive activities, and promotional developments.