Job Description

Our distributor client dealing in passenger Vehicles currently has a vacancy for a Business Development Manager. The primary purpose of the position is to maximise sales opportunities to achieve budget objectives by continually examining weekly/monthly accounts, operating controls and composite figures that will enable necessary improvements and corrective actions to achieve results.

Position Overview
Specific Role Responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience QUALIFICATIONS
• Matric
• Fully computer literate (Microsoft package)
• Automate or kerrige experience
• Relevant post matric qualification will be an advantage

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to formulate and implement sales strategy with involvement from BM
• Ability to maximize sales and profitability ensuring sales forecasts are met
• Must be able to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction and retention
• Ability to ensure optimum stock levels at all times
• Able to ensure effective cost control and budget within the department
• Excellent management of staff – management of performance, discipline
• Up-to-date knowledge of business in the commercial sphere
• Product knowledge essential
• Ability to motivate and retain talented staff
• Ability to assist BM with financial planning

EXPERIENCE
Experience in the capacity of a Sales Manager within the Passenger vehicle Industry and OEM is required. Experience with the passenger vehicle Products is also essential.

Skills and Personal Attributes BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
• Strong leadership abilities
• Ability to influence and motivate
• Ability to drive performance and meet aggressive targets
• Ability to effectively manage stress/pressure personally and with the team