Job Description
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the implementation of product support programmes and policies. Also to ensure achievement of agreed sales targets and performance objectives.
MAIN FUNCTIONS
- Visiting customers in the Region (old and new), prospecting for parts, unit sales and service opportunities and as well seek for regular patronage.
- Sell and implement product support programmes such as CTS, REMAN, SOS, etc on a regular basis.
- Prepare relevant quotations and/or tenders (accurate and complete to requirement), present to customers, arrange follow-up activities as desired, and ensure conversion to effective sales.
- Ensure prompt delivery of parts or services (including backordered items) and corresponding invoices to engender customer satisfaction and early payment as they fall due.
- Preparation and implementation of weekly call plan and corresponding summary report.
- Preparation and updating customers’ profile list.
- Keep abreast of product/service information from Caterpillar and related suppliers, and ensure adequate dissemination to concerned employees and customers.
- Promptly and effectively resolve customer complaints such as to retain their goodwill and confidence in the product, services and the dealership at large.
- Actively involved in the Region’s debt collection drive on an on-going basis.
- Establish and report competitive activities and sales opportunities (for parts, units & service). Implement actions that will ensure prompt and adequate conversion to Caterpillar products & services.
- Implement relevant marketing and promotional programmes as they arise.
- Arrange and implement relevant training programmes for Parts office staff and customer representatives.
- Ensure prudent financial management and adequate maintenance / security of Company assets placed in incumbent’s care by virtue of function and/or location.
CONTACTS
- All levels of MNL staff and management.
- Customer representatives – both Government, private & associate companies.
- UNATRAC and Caterpillar management representatives.
QUALIFICATION
HND/B.Sc. Engineering with 10 years working experience in Technical Sections of MNL or similar company. with 5 years sales experience.
ENVIRONMENT
- Financial Impact:
- See annual work plan.
- Hazards:
- Risk of accidents due to extensive travelling by road and exposure to customer site / workshop conditions.