National Sales Manager

SUMMARY:
Is sales your passion? Then why not join this Global leader to manage the Sales team and build long-term client relationships, Bring your innovative ideas for business growth and develop and maintain successful relationships with large, distributed customers.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Job Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• Bachelor Degree / Diploma in Sales & Marketing or equivalent.
• B.Sc Chemistry/Chemical Engineering would be a large advantage.
• Minimum 10 years Sales & Marketing experience.
• At least 5 years experience at a Management level.

• Proven work experience as a National Sales Manager.
• Experience managing a high performance Sales team.
• Knowledge of CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• An ability to understand and analyse sales performance metrics.
• Solid customer service attitude with excellent negotiation skills.
• Strong communication and team management skills.
• Analytical skills with a problem-solving attitude.
• Availability to travel as needed.

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies.
• Lead nationwide Sales team to achieve sales targets.
• Establish productive and professional relationships with key personnel in assigned customer accounts.
• Negotiate and close agreements with large customers.
• Monitor and analyse performance metrics and suggest improvements.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts.
• Perform research and identify new potential customers and new market opportunities.
• Provide timely and effective solutions aligned with clients’ needs.
• Liaise with Marketing and Product Development departments to ensure brand consistency.
• Stay up-to-date with new product launches and ensure Sales team members are onboard.
• Facilitate employee development and manage performance.