Job Description

Closing Date 2024/08/08
Reference Number MOT240729-17
Job Title Salesman
Branch/Department Midas Gaydons
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location - Town / City Pietermaritzburg
Location - Province/Area KwaZulu Natal
Location - Country South Africa
Midas is searching for a Saleman to join the team in Gaydons/Pietermaritzburg. The purpose of this position is to sell and exceed sales targets while always maintaining great customer satisfaction. Furthermore, grow new business and provide after-sales service to existing customers.
Position Overview

• Acts as the first point of contact with the customer, portraying professionalism and confidence that delivers the ultimate in customer service
• Achieve the sales target set by the Sales/Branch/Retail Manager
• Manage counter sales and ensure that optimal customer potential is achieved.
• Plan, forecast and report on sales potentials by customer.

• Report all competitor pricing and activities.
• Report all customer information regarding delivery, telesales, and account problems.
• Achieve revenue targets and ensuring that new business is generated by growing customer base and increasing market share in the geographical area of responsibility.
• Build and strengthen customer relationships.
• Receive inbound customer sales inquiries
• Cold calling when necessary
• Provide quotations, product, and service information
• Provide support and pricing details in response to inbound enquiries
• Assist all other departments (Accounts, Despatch, Warehousing, Receiving and Technical) to ensure good co-operation within the company does minimize customer queries.

• Matric
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a sales Spares/Motor/Engine environment- Essential
• Extensive experience in an automotive sales environment dealing with customer needs.
• Technical background- Desirable
• Proven track record
• In depth product knowledge
• Some business acumens, understanding the costs and breakeven scenarios of customer service delivery

• Should be able to carry out his/her responsibilities with little supervision
• Thorough knowledge of the geographical area of responsibility.
• Good planning and time management skills
• Be a good team player
• Negotiation skills
• Self-motivated
• Honest and show integrity

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