Job Description

MAP Retail is searching for an experienced and presentable External Sales Representative. to join the branch in Jet Park. The incumbent will enhance the branch sales and ensure that the branch sales growth objectives are always achieved. Furthermore, the Sales Representative will need to grow new business and provide after-sales service to existing customers. Key Performance Indicators will include, but not limited to:

• Manage customer sales and ensure that optimal customer potential is achieved
• Plan, forecast and report on sales potentials by customer
• Report all competitor pricing and activities
• Report all customer information regarding delivery & account problems
• Achieve revenue targets and ensuring that new business is generated by growing customer base and increasing market share in the geographical area of responsibility
• Build and strengthen customer relationships
• Analyse customerxe2x80x99s buying patterns and provide reasons for increase or decline in customer sales
• Take ownership in resolving customer queries
• Market new products to customers
• Report on market trends
• Assist all other departments (Accounts, Despatch, Warehousing & Receiving) to ensure good co-operation within the company does minimize customer queries

• Matric
• Minimum of 2-3years mechanical truck and trailer work experience either as a mechanic or external sales representative.
• Must have good communication skills and present themselves in a professional manner
• Extensive experience in a sales and marketing environment dealing with customer needs
• Must have a valid driverxe2x80x99s license xe2x80x93 Essential
• Technical background would be an added advantage
• Be a good team player and must be goal driven
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Must be prepared to travel extensively
• Should be able to carry out his/her responsibilities with little supervision
• Good planning and time management skills
• Clear criminal record