Regional Sales Manager

Rohlig-Grindrod

We are looking for a Regional Sales Manager to drive revenue growth, strengthen customer relationships, and lead regional sales success.

This is based in our PE Office

Education

  • Grade 12 Certificate
  • 3 year Sales & Marketing related qualification at NQF level 5

Knowledge and experience

  • Must have at least 5 years working experience in sales in the logistics industry of which at least 2 were in a management capacity.
  • Previous Sales Management Experience in a service related field
  • Servicing & marketing principles & practice. International Trade principles & practice
  • External business environment. Company service charge rates
  • Tariff calculation concepts. Company terms of payment
  • CRM and INCO Terms
  • Carrier & depot conditions of trade. National currencies and international codes
  • Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Lotus Notes)
  • Good communication skills (verbal & written)
  • Business opportunism
  • Presentation & Negotiation skills
  • Client/service orientation
  • Situation analysis & problem solving
  • Judgment & decision making
  • Creative & innovative thinking
  • Action & result orientation

Advantageous attributes

  • Customer service orientation - able to handle a demanding customer environment.
  • Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Dynamic self-starter that works independently and has the ability to handle pressure.
  • Ability to communicate within the team and contribute to the overall success of the team.
  • Adaptability as this is a constantly changing environment

Overall responsibilities include

  • Organise and Control the Achievement of Sales Targets
  • Acquire New Business
  • Recording of Sales Information
  • Report on Sales Activities
  • Manage the Sales Department (Responsible for the local sales strategy)
  • Comply with the Requirements of the Quality Management System