Brakpan: Sales Manager posted by Ferro South Africa Ltd

The next step in your career is here. We’re on the hunt for a skilled Sales Manager to join our fantastic company in Brakpan Johannesburg. If you’re ready to make a significant impact in a thriving industry, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Key Responsibilities · Marketing – Internet-based activities, editorials, web-based and print media – Promote the recognition of the company, brand and products · Key account management and exports – Achievement of sales targets and increased customer satisfaction – Management of key accounts in various export countries including management of Sales Agents/Reps within these countries – Direct account responsibility for key customers including sales, technical assistance, customer visits and reports, customer satisfaction activeness, relationship building, queries and complaints – Group head office account management for various groups · Targets and Pricing – Setting and meeting targets – Managing margins and promoting growth for the business – Maximisation of margins and increased profits – Manage margins and negotiable pricing strategy, country wide – Implement price increases as and when required – Meet financial goals linked to expense/travel budgets – Meet sales goals linked to sales budget as agreed with EXCO · Perform general management duties of the Sales Team · Sales leadership to the Internal and External Sales Team · Management of the Durban, East London and Port Elizabeth Branches · Manage relevant sales staff including but not limited to training, recruitment, performance management, providing guidance and direction · Attend meetings and various discussions relating to any areas of Sales · Reporting and general administrative tasks · Liaising with other department, customers and other stakeholders · Grade 12 plus Tertiary Qualification in Sales and Marketing · 4-7 years related experience in a Technical Environment and/or within the chemical industry · Good communication and interpersonal skills · Fluent in English & Afrikaans · Valid Drivers License is a must · Strong Management and Team leadership skills · Strong Sales and Marketing skills · Strong business acumen · Organisation skills · Analytical skills · Target driven · Time keeping