Our client in the energy sector is currently seeking the skills of a Distribution Sales person-external to be based in Somerset West, Western Cape
The role will acquire, grow, and retain a profitable book of accounts across South Africa and the broader Southern African region (Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi and Botswana) within the companies target segments. Build durable buying habits across a named account list, establish the regional footprint ahead of in-country managers being appointed and partner with Marketing on a few focused initiatives—without diluting core sales execution.
Main Job Function
- Sales
- Profitable production
- Active account base and retention
- Business development
- Account development and cross sell
- Administration
Qualifications
- Matric
- Post Matric qualification in business a bonus
Criteria
- Negotiation and closing ability
- Account development and retention
- Self-starter and deal maker
- Tech savvy
- CRM & pipeline management experience
- Territory and account planning experience
- Energy sector, commercial and technical knowledge
- Commercial acumen
A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.
To apply for this job email your details to Debra@armstrongappointments.com