EXPORT TRADER (WATER PUMPS & IRRIGATION FITTINGS) - EAST RAND (4453)

SUMMARY:
A local supplier of water pumps and irrigation fittings and other related fluid control products is looking to employ an experienced Export Trader to service the African Markets.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements:

• Must have experience in Export trading into Africa
• Key Accounts Management; source new business; client retention; marketing; meetings; reports & feedback; sales & budgets; market research; visit to African markets
• Product knowledge in pumps or irrigation fittings
• Have existing contacts in other countries
• Able to speak Portuguese or French will be an added advantage
• Valid passport and able to travel into Africa regularly
• Syspro experience will be an advantage
• Must have a valid drivers’ licence

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities include receiving quotations and respond in writing and verbally, producing proforma invoices and send to Customer for approval
• Travelling to African countries to meet Customer and to grow the Company’s client base
• Negotiate prices, do market research, and find out about upcoming projects
• Initiate transport quotations with approved Hauliers and arrange for the transportation of the cargo
• Initiating the opening of Customer accounts, margins, and guidance on risks
• Liaising with Customers regarding the dispatching of consignments
• Prioritizing workflow as requested by team members and ensuring the work is prioritized as per instruction
• Verifying the accuracy of transport invoices, proof of delivery and ensuring the same are processed for payment
• Management of key accounts
• Source new business
• Maintaining and building relationships with customers
• Keeping up to date with current market trends

 

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