Engineering qualifications, such as BEng or BSc / National Diploma in Metallurgy / Mechanical Engineering OR Sales and Marketing Tertiary Qualifications (National Diploma / Degree) will be the minimum requirement.
At least 5 years of proven sales / marketing experience / customer interaction, preferably from the Manufacturing environment
Spanish speaking proficiency will be advantageous
You will need demonstrated understanding and experience in effective team target setting and achievement
Key Account Management experience will also be valuable
Strong process and account management is a requirement with sound negotiation - and presentation skills which will be expected
It will be expected from the incumbents to consistently track, report and analyse your sales pipeline to produce the volume and forecast accuracy required to deliver team and business goals
The ability to travel regularly to either Kwa-Zulu Natal, Eastern/Western Cape or Gauteng will be required
Business Acumen
Exceptional customer service skills
Computer literacy
Excellent networking skills
Effective planning and execution skills
Excellent communication - and interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure
Deadline driven
Strong analytical and prioritizing skills
Effective problem solving
High level of professionalism
Proactive and energetic work behaviour
Duties:
The role of the successful Sales representative will be to increase revenue for both the South African and International markets through strategic prospecting skills, high level client relationships and to promoting the positive value proposition which will enhance the sales volumes of the company
Whilst the Key Accounts Manager will expected to work very closely with operations and sales network teams to ensure that customer requirements are met