Technical Sales account executive Laminate Flooring - Sandton Verfied

R 42000 per month Sandton, Gauteng Sandton, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 04-05-2015 10:11:45 AM
01-06-2015 10:11:45 AM
Technical Sales account executive (Laminate Flooring)
Technical Sales account executive (Laminate Flooring)
As a market leader in their industry, our client requires a professional external sales representative that was born to sell.
Tasks
Need to have a strong background and proven track record in sales within the building and construction industry (with valid contactable references). This is probably one of the most important factors in this appointment.
Need to have a practical or technical background and an ability to appreciate the value of marketing a differentiated quality product. What’s important is that the incumbent is capable of appreciating quality and design and be able to work with passion.
Need to have an ability to seek out new business and negotiate with contractors/project managers and if need be their end user clients. This will entail field work to get on to sites and establish what flooring has been specified, and use a strong sales ability to persuade prospects to specify and use our products.
Competencies
Maintain current customer base
> * Have positive selling ability
> * Sell across our product ranges
> * Create new business
> * Resolve customer queries and returns (after sales service)
> * Go on scheduled country trips
> * Submit accurate and timeous call reports
> * Excellent product knowledge
Qualifications
Matric
3-5 Years laminate flooring sales experience
3-4 Years experience in dealing within the construction industry