Sales (Branch) Manager

Sales and Branch Manager
Minimum Requirements:

Matric (Grade 12)
Understanding the Plastic Packaging market would be advantageous
An understanding of packaging essential
Computer Literacy (EXCEL, WORD, POWERPOINT, SAP would be a benefit)
Ability to work proactively, think laterally and analytically
Ability to organize and manage own time and processes self-discipline
Ability to do budgeting
Sales and marketing qualifications would be advantageous
At least 4 to 6 years of external sales experience
Ability to close deals efficiently and effectively
Ability to deal with all levels of employees including senior management
Drivers license pre-requisite (Code 08)
Experience managing a team (experience in Stock or Logistics would be advantageous)

Responsibilities:

Managing the small team at the branch and the Stores and Distribution function on-site
Coordinating stock and deliveries from Pinetown to warehouse, and stock management on-site
Managing H&S, ISO, and Food Safety for the branch
Property Maintenance and security for the branch
Day-to-day calling on customers and management of key accounts
Sourcing of new customers/business
Managing sales effectively ensuring that sales budgets are beaten
Developing effective relationships with new and current Customers
Identifying and creating new opportunities in the industry
Proactively monitoring sales, customers, and competitors
Presenting professional price proposals in writing to all customers
Developing relevant sales budgets in conjunction with the Executive
Reporting weekly on sales
Interfacing with production, planning, and design departments
Ensuring that stock is managed effectively and that obsolescence costs are minimized
Ensuring all customer requirements and complaints are communicated appropriately and dealt with timeously
Managing the small team at the branch and the Stores and Distribution function on-site, including admin, consumables, and other branch requirements

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