H.B. Fuller is a leading global adhesives provider focusing on perfecting adhesives, sealants, and other specialty chemicals across all industries throughout the world. While our products are virtually invisible, they play a vital role in ensuring the quality of modern life, and we are committed to connecting what matters to solve some of the world's biggest adhesion challenges.Job Location: Durban, KwaZulu-NatalTo achieve this, the Sales Professional will:Manage, maintain, and grow own territory and is accountable for delivering results in line with the targets agreed with the line manager at the beginning of the performance year.Consistently apply the H.B. Fuller sales excellence process and use of all sales tools (SFDC).Develop a sales funnel for future growth opportunities.ACCOUNTABILITYDelivering annual business results, aligned with business plan, sales, CM, and volume.Focus effort on delivering growth and maintain existing business to deliver plan and targets.Negotiate pricing and margin (aligned with the business) using value selling and the flip pricing tool.CUSTOMER FOCUSDrive customer intimacy by delivering H.B.F's value proposition tailored to the needs of the customer.Promote, quantify, and expertly sell value, differentiating H.B. Fuller by adding value to our customers.Realize customer loyalty and minimize erosion.Anticipate current and future needs of the customer through deep understanding of the customer's business.Promote and sell H.B. Fuller products and technology, enhancing our position in the market as an innovative leader.SALES COMPETENCIES & BEHAVIORSNegotiates skillfully in more difficult situations; understands the needs of the customer and incorporates that knowledge. Gains trust quickly from key contacts at the customer.Developing an understanding of business, financials, products/services, the market, and specific needs of assigned territory/accounts.An effective presenter for simple and complex topics in a variety of settings, both inside and outside the organization.Increases listening skills through practice; asks clarifying questions for increased understanding. Restates and accurately summarizes key messages.Consistently delivers timely, accurate, and concise messages orally and/or in writing to effectively inform an individual or group. Adapts style to the needs of individuals or groups to ensure his/her message is understood.Creative in finding new sources of business and applying the latest techniques for cultivating customer leads, and is consistent in applying the agreed amount of prospecting time and effort.Willingness to take on additional responsibilities to facilitate the achievement of individual and team goals. Invites and builds upon the ideas of others.Basic knowledge of contracting legislation.
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