Established national packaging manufacturer requires an experienced Degreed salesperson with plastics/packaging experience, who is based in or near Pinetown and meets the following criteria:KEY SKILLS / COMPETENCIES REQUIREDA Degree that is appropriate for sales and new business growthAt least 3 to 5 years sales experience (with at least 3 years doing hard sales “hunting” new business)Sales experience in manufacturing essentialAn understanding of the plastics/packaging/FMCG industryComputer literacy (Excel, Word, Power Point)Proven track record in salesAbility to see opportunities and grasp themAn ability to prepare and manage budgets and targetsAnalytical abilityA high need for achievementSelf-discipline and driven to succeedAn ability to build relationships quickly and effectivelyAbility to close deals efficiently and effectivelyREMUNERATION PACKAGEMonthly basic salary of up to R60 000R5,000 travel allowance + fuel cardCommission (10% of basic if targets achieved)Medical aid + pensionR1,000 cellphone allowanceKEY PERFORMANCE AREASSourcing of new businessManaging sales effectively, ensuring that sales budgets are beatenInterfacing with Production and Planning and Design departments for benefit of Key AccountsIdentifying and exploiting new market opportunities and productsMotivating resource allocations for any new opportunitiesDeveloping effective relationships with new and current Key Account customersMonitoring competitor activity proactivelyPresenting professional price proposals in writing to all customersEnsuring that key accounts, customers events are decided on and implementedEnsuring all customer requirements and complaints are communicated appropriately and dealt with timeouslyCommunicating regularly with Manager regarding status of sales etc.Ensuring that absolute stock is managed effectively and that obsolescence costs are minimisedContact Scott on 0117041302#J-18808-Ljbffr