Job Summary Our client, a leading manufacturer, converter and supplier of cellular foam, rubber and plastic film products to the construction, automotive, mining, and general secondary industries, requires the services of dynamic Sales/ Marketing Professional for their branch based in Durban/KZN. PLEASE NOTE: The position attracts a basic salary of R35 R40k per month Plus the following benefits: Pension Fund (12% Company contribution 7.5% Employee contribution) Medical Aid (50/50%) Company car & petrol MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: Reporting directly into the Branch Manager, to manage the Sales & Marketing function at the branch and to increase sales volumes in accordance with customer demands and company budgeted forecast commensurate with the Companys business plan & objectives in managing sales of specific brands linked/open/close cell foam. KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT: Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent qualification Qualifications: Appropriate Sales/Marketing diploma or degree Experience: 5-8 years sales & marketing management exposure Experience in a foam plastics environment (or similar) advantageous Managing the sales & marketing function of the branch Conducting Sales and Market intelligence Calling on all major customers Monitoring Sales performance and objectives from Sales team Developing new business Achieve Sales budget objectives. Ensure updated price list and set selling process with Branch Manager Good product knowledge and good communication skills Motivating & driving the sales team Coaching & guiding sales reps Developing & implementing sales strategy Computer literate i.e. (Word, excel, Syspro etc) Valid drivers license is essential. Doing additional duties as deemed necessary. PLEASE NOTE: Willingness to relocate nationally is essential. Closing date is 26th April 2024 By applying for this vacancy, you are consenting to divulging your personal details in terms of the POPI Act. Should you not receive our relayed invitation for an interview with the client within two weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application has not been unsuccessful. Should you not receive our relayed invitation for an interview with the client within two weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application has not been unsuccessful. The Client is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting and as such preference will be given to candidates who fall within their equity targets. Should you not have received a response within 4 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application as definitely unsuccessful. The client reserves the right not to make an appointment. APPLY NOW! SHOULD THIS OPPORTUNITY NOT BE ALIGNED WITH YOUR CAREER ASPIRATIONS, KINDLY FORWARD IT TO A FRIEND.Career-seekers Recruitment SolutionsRecruiter
