Our client is looking for a forward-thinking person to achieve maximum sales profitability, growth and account penetration within an assigned territory and/or market segment by effectively being responsible for the customer satisfaction and market share within the assigned territory.
Responsibilities
Responsible for identifying business growth and signing new disributors
Assess opportunities and drive new product introduction offering to meet customer requirements and achieve revenue targets
Requirements
BS.c Degree in any discipline
Experience in the Cosmetics industry.
3-5 years’ experience in a sales role, achieving sales targets
Previous experience in the cosmeticsindustry would be an advantage
Experience and skills:
Willing to travel daily (locally)
Commercial awareness – ability to identify opportunities and act on it
Operating in business to business environment
Broader understanding of economic drivers preferred
Success at selling new concepts and products
Ownership of and engagement with continuous self development
Proven technical competence – understanding of technical concepts and ability to translate for commercial benefit
Thorough knowledge of business process (forecasting, sales reports, presentation skills, supply chain)
Experience in market research (market trends, competition) for the annual budget process
Previous experience in working in accordance with Sales Policies, procedure and internal control measures.
Experience in Key Accounts, Distribution and Project sales
Proven track record of achieving sales targets
Assertive, well spoken with good verbal and written communication skills.
Good planning and organisational skills
Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
Resilient, able to work under pressure, dealing effectively with high stress situations.