Sales Representative

Closing Date: 2023/01/08
Reference Number: SHO221230-1
Job Title: Sales Representative (Checkers Food Services- KZN)- Fixed term
Job Type: Contract/Fixed Term
Location – Country: South Africa
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Town or City: Pinetown

Purpose of the Job

Developing and maintaining business relationships with current and prospective customers in the assigned geographical area to generate new business for the organization’s products. Concentrate sales efforts by researching existing and potential dealer volumes. Conducts phone calls, in-person visits, and presentations to current and prospective customers.

This position is for a fixed term period of 6 months.

Job Advert Details
Job Category: Sales
Job Objectives

Sales and Marketing:

• Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current and prospective customers.
• Focus sales efforts by studying existing and potential volumes of dealers.
• Research and analyse sources for developing prospective customers
• Plan and organise sales strategy by maximizing the return on time investment for the geographical area.
• Identify advantages and compare organisations products and services.
• Keep abreast of product application, market conditions, competitive advertising and promotional trends.

Customer Service:

Contact current and potential clients by phone, in person, and through presentations.
Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints.

Deadlines:
Meet monthly and annual sales and new business targets through the successful implementation of sales strategies and tactic.

Qualifications:

Essential:
Senior Certificate

Desirable:
Certificate/Diploma in Sales and Marketing

Experience:
Essential:

• 2-3 years’ experience within a Sales Representative role, preferably in the Food services industry.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Solid familiarity with the products offered by the food industry
• Strong negotiation and consultative sales skills.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Deadline driven.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Sound knowledge of marketing principles and techniques.

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