Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Consumable Sales Representative to join our sales team in Waterfall, Durban. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving sales growth and building strong relationships with existing and new customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Achieve agreed upon sales targets
- Establish and maintain strong customer relationships with existing and new customers
- Service the existing accounts, obtain orders, and establish new accounts
- Plan and organise daily work schedules to call on existing or potential new accounts
- Resolve customer complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions, and preparing reports
- Keep management informed by submitting activity and results reports such as daily call reports, weekly work plan, and monthly analysis
- Provide high levels of service ensuring customer satisfaction
- Co-ordinate activities within the company to ensure customer commitments
Requirements
- Valid Drivers license
- Strong sales background with proven work experience as a sales representative
- Packaging Industry experience is an advantage
- Self-motivated and able to perform without supervision
- Determination and drive to achieve targets
- Excellent people, communication, sales, and negotiation skills
- Competent computer literacy in Windows, MS Word, and Excel
- Good organisational and time-management skills
Qualifications
- Formal education/certifications not specified
How to Apply
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About Sales Jobs in KwaZulu-Natal
In KwaZulu-Natal, the sales profession is an integral part of various industries, with a general job market trend indicating a steady demand for skilled sales professionals. Typically, this field offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth. However, salaries can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and location.
Generally, common salary ranges for sales positions in KwaZulu-Natal are between R400 000 to R800 000 per annum, although this is a broad estimate and actual figures may differ significantly. Experience level, performance, and the specific requirements of the role can all impact compensation. It’s essential to research current market rates and negotiate based on individual qualifications and achievements.
In South Africa, common skills required for sales roles often include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build rapport with clients, a solid understanding of product knowledge, marketing principles, and CRM systems. Typically, proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is also essential. Additionally, many companies place a high value on technical skills such as data analysis software or programming languages.
Sales professionals are employed across various industry sectors, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. These roles often involve interacting with clients, managing relationships, negotiating deals, and identifying new business opportunities.
In terms of career development, sales professionals in KwaZulu-Natal can expect a wide range of advancement opportunities. Typically, common career progression paths include taking on leadership roles, moving into specialist positions such as account management or sales engineering, or transitioning into related fields like business development or product management. Many companies also offer training and development programs to help employees enhance their skills and advance their careers.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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