KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Sourcing of new business Managing sales effectively ensuring that sales budgets are beaten Interfacing with Production and Planning and Design departments for benefit of Key Accounts Managing and achieving their Sales Budget monthly Identifying and exploiting new market opportunities and products Motivating resource allocations for any new opportunities Developing effective relationships with new and current Key Account Customers Monitoring competitor activity proactively Presenting professional price proposals in writing to all customers Ensuring that key accounts, customers events are decided on and implemented Ensuring all customer requirements and complaints are communicated appropriately and dealt with timeously Communicating regularly with Manager regarding status of sales etc. Ensuring that absolute stock is managed effectively and that obsolescence costs are minimised KEY SKILLS REQUIRED:- The successful candidate will be expected to meet the following criteria: Have at least 3 – 5 years’ sales experience ( with at least 3 doing hard sales “hunting” new business) Be in possession of a degree that is appropriate for sales and new business growth Computer Literacy (EXCEL, WORD, POWERPOINT) An understanding of the plastics/Packaging industry would be an advantageous Sales experience in Manufacturing essential KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Have a proven track record in sales An ability to see opportunities and grasp them An ability to prepare and manage budgets and targets Analytical ability A high need for achievement Self-discipline and driven to succeed An ability to build relationships quickly and effectively An ability to close deals efficiently and effectively. If you meet the above criteria, please email your CV, qualifications, and payslip #J-18808-Ljbffr