The suitable candidates main responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Generating new business, retaining and developing existing business; Achievement of realistic targets on a Monthly, Quarterly and Annual basis; Generating new business by effectively cold calling, obtaining referrals and targeting all competitor client bases; Up-selling/cross selling to both the existing and new prospective client bases; Raising the level of service to existing clients to build and maintain a good working relationship and ensure that excellent operational service levels are being maintained by conducting PR calls; Ensuring that the Bidvest Protea Coin name, brand and image are maintained by ensuring that all administrational documentation, proposals, presentations etc.
meet the required standards set out by the company; Upholding the companys Sales Policies and Procedures; Actively reporting on Competitor activity/information within your area; Look for new and innovative ways to market the Company, Services provided, and Products used i.e.
editorials, mail shots, cold calling aids, advertising etc.
; Networking with other Sales Executives within the Bidvest Group; Maintenance of database; Preferred qualifications/attributes/skills: Grade 12 or equivalent qualification; Proven track record in Business Development; Excellent computer literacy, including Excel, Word, Power Point (Microsoft Office); Relevant knowledge and experience in the selling of Guarding ?solutions; Excellent communication and customer satisfaction skills; Good telephone etiquette; Strong leadership, time management, initiative skills and administration skills; Ability to do accurate cost proposals; Strong negotiation and presentation skills; Must be target driven and well presented; Own Vehicle & Drivers License; Clean disciplinary, credit and criminal record; Technical knowledge will be advantageous Must be able to travel within KZN PSIRA Grade B will be an advantage.