Our client a procurement and distribution of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to customers and their employees throughout the African continent are seeking a motivated Sales & Regional Manager to drive sales and expand their presence within the Inland GP area. In this role you will be responsible for generating new business boosting regional growth by 10% annually and elevating the brand. You will also manage and support both new and existing team members ensuring a highperforming sales team.
Key Responsibilities:
MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
- Conduct market research at each potential customer
- Use methods such as internet social media (LinkedIn Facebook) industry magazines and books
- Identify decisionmakers for buying PPE
- Determine the potential business size for each customer
- Understand the structure of targeted customers
- Identify competitor suppliers for targeted customers
IDENTIFYING CUSTOMER NEEDS
- Perform PPE assessment to identify customer needs
- Provide education on PPE to customers
- Recommend suitable PPE for each application onsite
- Provide samples for customer trials and feedback
- Offer training on various aspects of PPE to endusers
CUSTOMER APPOINTMENTS/VISITATIONS
- Schedule meetings with potential and existing customers daily and weekly
- Aim for an average of 5 calls per day between Mondays and Thursdays
ACHIEVING SALES TARGETS
- Ensure monthly and annual sales targets are met
- Submit weekly sales reports with visitation feedback and quotations
- Hold weekly sales meetings with the whole sales team
- Submit monthly reports with competitor analysis and sales performance updates
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
- Provide training to new representatives/executives on company policies products and customer interactions
- Attend relevant training provided by suppliers for upskilling
- Ensure skills and knowledge of Sales Manager are regularly updated
QUOTATIONS AND ORDER FULFILLMENT
- Follow up on initial orders placed
- Ensure stock is delivered and invoiced within promised timeframes
- Achieve OnTimeInFull (OTIF) per customer
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT
- Adhere to customer service standards
- Handle client relationships and crisis situations effectively
REGION GROWTH AND BRAND EXPANSION
- Grow region by a minimum of 10% annually
- Introduce and grow the brand in new market territories
- Target industries like Agriculture/Food Manufacturing Hospitality Medical and retail stores
PRODUCT EXPANSION
- Introduce the product range to potential customers
- Identify product usage opportunities and provide samples and pricing for meetings
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain customer database with communication records
- Ensure timely completion of reports by Sales Representatives/Executives
- Conduct firstround interviews for potential sales team candidates
- Keep staff files updated with relevant documentation
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Matric essential National Diploma/Degree in Markerting/Sales preferred
- Minimum 4 years in a similar sales position with a strong background
- Proven successful sales track record HR Key Accounts and Admin Management experience
- Intermediate Microsoft skills valid drivers license and reliable vehicle
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Organisational deadlineoriented and able to work under stress
- Ability to work independently and communicate with people at all levels
- Strong time management problemsolving and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to travel extensively and display leadership qualities.
REQUIREMENTS (In line with the EMPLOYMENT EQUITY objective)
- Employment Equity Applicants would be preferred.
- Preference will also be given to people with a disability who will be able to operate within the operational requirements and in the present physical facilities available in the organization.