Sales and Business Development Consultant

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for an ambitious and results-driven Sales and Business Development Consultant to join their team. This remote opportunity is suited to a customer-focused, innovative individual with a passion for building relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and driving sales growth within the Overberg and Winelands areas of Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have proven sales and marketing experience, excellent communication skills, be bilingual in Afrikaans and English, and have the ability to work independently while delivering exceptional results. Candidates must reside in Winelands / Overberg area, this is non-negotiable.

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent SECTOR : Sales BASIC SALARY : R18 000.00 + Commission + Benefits START DATE : A.S.A.P REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of 2 years' sales and marketing experience. Must be bilingual in Afrikaans and English (non-negotiable). Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Own reliable transport and a valid driver's license (non-negotiable). Grade 12 \/ Matric qualification required. Marketing, Sales, or related Degree, Diploma, or suitable qualification. Customer-focused with a strong commitment to delivering excellent service. Innovative mindset with the ability and willingness to research new ways to drive sales growth. Candidates must reside in Winelands \/ Overberg area, this is non-negotiable. DUTIES: Drive sales to achieve budgeted targets and present sales performance updates during monthly reviews. Prepare and submit monthly sales reports comparing actual performance against budget. Manage weekly sales activities focused on acquiring new clients, specifically small to medium-sized manufacturers requiring GFSI Intermediate, ISO 22000, and FSSC 22000 services. Achieve agreed monthly sales activity targets and provide weekly sales activity reports by 15:00 every Friday. Conduct a range of sales activities, including: Cold calls, follow-up calls, and courtesy calls. Client communication via email. Scheduling and conducting software demonstration appointments. Client visits. Managing Mailchimp subscriptions and engagement. Plan and coordinate consultants' calendars based on client projects and scheduled training interventions, ensuring effective communication between consultants and clients. Organize and coordinate training interventions to ensure high levels of client satisfaction. Liaise with clients, delegates, facilitators, and training venues to ensure smooth execution of training interventions. Ensure delegate registration forms are completed and processed. Provide required information to the Accounts Department timeously to enable accurate invoicing per delegate before training commences. Liaise with administrative staff to ensure training materials are prepared and printed, and delegates receive agendas prior to training. Monitor the quality of training interventions by contacting selected delegates after each session and reporting any concerns or areas for improvement. Accurately record sales activities and maintain up-to-date client information within the CRM system. Prepare and send client proposals and quotations within two working days of receiving a request. Develop professional, accurate, and well-presented client proposals for training services. Attend weekly planning meetings with consultants, administrative staff, and relevant stakeholders to discuss client commitments and upcoming projects. Participate in monthly franchise sales team meetings. Maintain an organized electronic filing system on OneDrive for all client and sales-related information to ensure easy access and reference. Respond to website enquiries forwarded by Head Office within two working days. Implement and report on biannual customer satisfaction surveys. Assist with annual competitor benchmarking surveys. Contribute to research initiatives supporting the annual sales and marketing strategy. Perform ad hoc duties as required to support team members and ensure client relationships are maintained professionally. HOURS: Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 16:30 Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.