Schools Sales Consultant: Free State Province (thabo Mofutsanyane Region)

Free State, South Africa

Job Description


Oxford University Press Southern Africa

Oxford University Press advances knowledge and learning of all kinds, from a child reading their first words to a researcher expanding the frontiers of their field. Our work is constantly evolving, and the possibilities are endless. We strive to help more and more people around the world achieve their potential.

Oxford University Press is a department of the University of Oxford. It is our mission to further the University's objective of excellence in research, scholarship, and education by publishing worldwide.

Schools Sales Consultant: Free State Province (Thabo Mofutsanyane Region)

(Fixed Term Contract position)

Oxford University Press is looking for a Schools Sales Consultant who will be responsible for business development, organizing and conducting product presentations to educators, calling on schools, key booksellers and libraries to generate sales, and coordinating provincial activities.

The School Sales Consultant will be reporting to the Regional Manager for Northwest & Free State. This post is based in the Thabo Mofutsanyane Region.

Principal Accountabilities: * Achieve sales targets for front and backlist titles.

  • Understanding Oxford University Press position in the market.
  • Develop and implement monthly and weekly sales plans for allocated territories.
  • Establishing and maintaining productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Calling on schools, district education officials, key bookseller and libraries to generate sales.
  • Conducting product presentations and facilitating workshops for educators.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Relevant working experience in sales
  • Relevant National Diploma in Sales, Marketing or Education
  • Strong business and commercial acumen
  • Strong negotiation skills and problem solving
  • Able to maintain and foster business relationships
  • Experience in publishing environment including both print and digital
  • Excellent interpersonal, organisational, analytical, and written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in data analytics and CRM
Attributes:
  • Action and delivery oriented
  • Shows resilience and commitment
  • Problem solver
  • Positive attitude
  • Deadline-driven
  • Presentation skills
  • Displays ethical behaviour
  • Supports teamwork and empowers others to achieve their objectives

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1298464
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Free State, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned