Your job function and responsibility as a Sales Executive Western Cape , includes but is not limited to: 1. THE ROLE Working under the direct guidance of the Sales Manager, the Sales Executive assists with the development of the potential clients in the South African region. The role is focused on South African markets within the Western Cape, Eastern Cape and Northern Cape regions. 2. KEY AREAS OF DELIVERY 2.1 Support the sales team with product information, quotes, files and presentations, etc. 2.2 Control and revise the order placement, quoting and invoicing processes. 2.3 Liaison with the logistics suppliers, following-up deliveries to our clients and assisting with the after sales processes. 2.4 Be responsible for the day-to-day contact with clients, either by phone or e-mail, following up the operational details of their orders. 2.5 Facilitate the interface between our sales teams and our factories in Brazil. 2.6 Follow up the commercial and marketing activities, collecting feedback from the clients and market in general. 2.7 Keep updated about the market tendencies, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats that involve our segments. 2.8 Research about market situation in SA, regarding products, brands, prices and general information related to our segments. 2.9 Identify gaps in the market and suggest actions that could be evaluated by the sales teams, in order to create and/or maintain the Companys competitiveness. 2.10 Provide solid product information to clients, connecting to the products features and the clients needs. 2.11 Analyze, measure and control the obtained results. 3.1 Accuracy and attention to detail; 3.2 Sense of urgency and excellent time management in order to maximize productivity and meet deadlines; 3.3 Communication skills, interpersonal skills & organisation skills; 3.4 Good telephone etiquette; 3.5 Professional and punctual; 3.6 Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team, with responsibility and maturity, and have good working relationships with colleagues; 3.7 Commitment to the established objectives of the business, and to the mutual responsibilities of all Employees; 3.8 Presentation of alternatives in order to solve problems, and generally being proactive in all areas of responsibility; 3.9 Capability to understand different points of view; 3.10 Ability to identify and suggest areas of improvement for the existing methods and processes in regard to all areas of responsibility; 3.11 Ability to create and maintain a filing system and document indexing, together with the ability to re-evaluate and improve existing methods and processes; 3.12 Good understanding of the companys philosophy, culture and values. 4. QUALIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS 4.1 Bachelors degree in Business Administration or International Trade; Marketing or studying towards it, or another relevant qualification; 4.2 A good command of the English language (written & verbal); Afrikaans (written & verbal); 4.3 Own reliable vehicle; 4.4 Ability to travel and have a valid passport; 4.5 Must have previous experience in cold-calling and placing orders; 4.5 Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; 4.7 Willing to develop a long term career in the company.
