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Chemical Sales Executive - Durban

Full-time

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Requirements:
  • Grade 12 / Matric
  • Tertiary qualification in Sales, Business, Marketing, or related field advantageous
  • Minimum 5 years’ proven external sales experience
  • Extensive experience within the chemicals industry is non-negotiable
  • Strong understanding of sales processes, customer relationship management, and negotiation techniques
  • Valid driver’s licence
  • Own reliable transport
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Experience working with CRM and BRM systems advantageous
  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
  • Target-driven with strong organisational and time management ability
Responsibilities :
Sales and Business Development
  • Develop and grow sales within the assigned territory
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities
  • Maintain and expand relationships with existing customers
  • Present, promote, and sell products and services to prospective and existing clients
  • Conduct customer needs analysis and provide suitable solutions
  • Achieve monthly sales targets and performance objectives
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer requirements
Client Relationship Management
  • Build and maintain long-term customer relationships
  • Serve as the key communication link between customers and internal departments
  • Ensure excellent customer service and client satisfaction
  • Resolve customer queries, complaints, and concerns efficiently
  • Continuously identify opportunities to upsell and expand accounts
Reporting and Administration
  • Maintain accurate sales records and CRM updates
  • Submit weekly and monthly sales reports
  • Track pipeline activity and territory performance
  • Prepare quotations, presentations, and sales proposals
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely delivery and support
Market and Product Knowledge
  • Stay updated on industry trends, competitor products, and market developments
  • Continuously improve product knowledge and sales techniques
  • Attend meetings, training sessions, and industry events where required
Please note that should you not receive a response withing Two weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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