Job Description
About Talent House Ltd:
We are a leading recruitment and HR consulting firm that links people and companies to achieve a shared purpose. We offer creative, effective, and flexible solutions that not only help individuals discover their career paths but provide organizations with talent they can recruit, develop, and retain.
About the role:
Our Client who is in the Trading and Export business is looking for a Sales Manager to join their team. The Sales Manager is a key leadership position responsible for driving the company’s sales performance and revenue growth. This role involves applying effective sales strategies, managing customer relationships, and overseeing a team of sales and distribution representatives to ensure consistent execution of sales activities. The Sales Manager will work closely with the General Manager to implement strategic business plans, expand the customer base, and enhance the company’s market presence. A critical component of the role includes managing distributors, analyzing market trends and competitor activity, and identifying new business opportunities. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and a passion for achieving measurable results in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
To lead, coach and motivate a team of sales representatives to achieve revenue expectations
Achieve growth and sales targets
Design and implement strategic business plans that expand the company’s customer base and ensure its strong presence
Build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships by partnering with them and understanding their needs
Manage distributors
Analyse competitor activities.
Identity and pursue opportunities for business development
Estimate, negotiate, and quote prices, credit or contract terms, and delivery dates.
Ensure completed delivery of products in the projected timeline.
Prepare reports, budgets, and maintain records to measure productivity and efficiency.
Present sales, revenue and expenses reports and realistic forecasts to the management team
Arrange transportation for distribution of goods.
Desired Skills and Experience
Grade 12 Certificate
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Economics, Business Administration or related field.
Driving Licence – Minimum 2 years
Computer literacy
Selling & Negotiating skills
People Skills – Friendly & Courteous (Team Player)
Creative thinker
Self-Starter
Integrity
Effective communication
Decision making
Business acumen
Leadership