CUSTOMER SALES MANAGER - EQUITY IN PORT ELIZABETH

Job Position: Customer Sales Manager - Equity Ref: 3405 Location: Port Elizabeth Salary: R35 000 to R45 000 per month (negotiable) commensurate with experience and qualification + 13th cheque, car allowance, fuel card, cellphone allowance, medical aid contribution and provident fund contribution email your CV to recruit@onlinepersonnel.co.za Qualifications / Requirements: • Minimum of 5 years` experience in commercial / sales management preferably in the automotive industry • Very strong sales experience required • Excellent planning and project management skills • Proven problem solving, analytical skills and administrative skills • Good understanding of income and expense statements • Capacity to utilize company’s information systems • Customer and conflict management skills • Proven selling / negotiating skills • A Business or Commercial Qualification • High level of computer literacy (MS Office – especially Excel, Power Point and Project) • Valid Driver’s licence and must have own vehicle • Strong commercial and business acumen with entrepreneurial mind set and a passion for getting results and creating opportunities • Strong customer focus and ability to negotiate with customers at highest level • Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and deliver results • Work independently and take initiative • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Key Performance Areas: • Promote company’s core operating principles of safety and health, environmental stewardship, highest ethical behavior, respect for people and quality throughout the company • Build strong relationships with regional customers across the various functional areas • Manage commercial aspects for identified accounts: - Compile and manage the customer sales, expenses and profitability plan - Pricing preparations and negotiations - Maintain low accounts receivable as per company target • Implement sales strategy in accordance with company strategy • Propose necessary actions and / or make improvements related to profitability and pricing • Compile and present regular account reviews and monitor progress on new projects undertaken • Maintain a high focus on low market share areas and follow up on approvals as necessary • Actively manage all regional projects relating to sales growth strategies • Compile product demand plan, manage inventory levels and coordinate product requirements • Ensure overall excellent customer service • Analyse regional markets and develop new business development strategies • Monitor competitor activities and developments and devise strategies to capitalize on opportunities Responsibility: email your CV to recruit@onlinepersonnel.co.za Qualifications / Requirements: • Minimum of 5 years` experience in commercial / sales management preferably in the automotive industry • Very strong sales experience required • Excellent planning and project management skills • Proven problem solving, analytical skills and administrative skills • Good understanding of income and expense statements • Capacity to utilize company’s information systems • Customer and conflict management skills • Proven selling / negotiating skills • Experience in automotive paint would be a distinct advantage • A Business or Commercial Qualification • High level of computer literacy (MS Office – especially Excel, Power Point and Project) • Valid Driver’s licence and must have own vehicle • Strong commercial and business acumen with entrepreneurial mind set and a passion for getting results and creating opportunities • Strong customer focus and ability to negotiate with customers at highest level • Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and deliver results • Work independently and take initiative • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Key Performance Areas: • Promote company’s core operating principles of safety and health, environmental stewardship, highest ethical behavior, respect for people and quality throughout the company • Build strong relationships with regional customers across the various functional areas • Manage commercial aspects for identified accounts: - Compile and manage the customer sales, expenses and profitability plan - Pricing preparations and negotiations - Maintain low accounts receivable as per company target • Implement sales strategy in accordance with company strategy • Propose necessary actions and / or make improvements related to profitability and pricing • Compile and present regular account reviews and monitor progress on new projects undertaken • Maintain a high focus on low market share areas and follow up on approvals as necessary • Actively manage all regional projects relating to sales growth strategies • Compile product demand plan, manage inventory levels and coordinate product requirements • Ensure overall excellent customer service • Analyse regional markets and develop new business development strategies • Monitor competitor activities and developments and devise strategies to capitalize on opportunities Salary: R35000 to 45000 Job Reference #: Customer Sales Manager - Equity