Job Description

Job Summary Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric / NQF Level 4 secondary education qualifications.
• Marketing or Business Administration Diploma (NQF Level 5) and a minimum of 3 yearsxe2x80x99 sales experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an external sales position.
• Preference will be given to candidates with Laundry experience, however, any candidate with solid Manufacturing experience will be considered.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, and company-related software systems.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, sales, and time management skills.
• Own transport and a valid driverxe2x80x99s license are required. Ability to travel within the designated area of responsibility.

Responsibilities and Expectations (but not limited to):

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

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