Overall Purpose of the Job : The incumbent will be responsible for sales of the companys cleaning services while ensuring consistent profitable growth in sales revenues.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years experience in Service Industry preferably from a solution contract sales industry
- Experience in selling soft services / similar services would be an advantage
- Tertiary qualification (preferred)
- Fully computer literate on MS Office Advanced word excel and PowerPoint skills
- Cold calling and telemarketing where necessary
- Experienced in sourcing new business conducting Needs Analysis and preparing custom solution proposals.
- Proven sales track record achieving sales targets
- Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to interact with clients at all levels
- Assertive
- Valid SA drivers license and own vehicle
Job Specification
Works with a defined sales quota focusing on initiating relationships with multi-level decision-makers through phone marketing e-mail / direct mail campaigns in-person contacts / cold calling networking and presentationsAchieve monthly sales targets as set out in budgetCorrectly cost new business achieving the maximum margin on new businessEnsure contracts are correctly signed and filed for new businessPlan set budgets and targetsPrepare quotes and present to clients as soon as possible meeting the clients expectationsPrepare proposals which clearly set out the terms and conditions for the proposed contract / tenderProspects potential customers within the target profileDevelop build and maintain strong relationships with potential customersDevelop innovative and creative solutions to identify and develop new customersProposes and closes sales that achieve set company target according to company policies and proceduresSustains sales activities appointments proposals cold calls database updates and reportingKeeps abreast of changes in technology and ability to increase knowledge of the cleaning industry and services the company offersPRO at client functionsMaintain contact with existing clients and develop new businessTimeous handling of queriesArrange monthly entertainment when necessaryWhere appropriate provide alternatives to ensure we get the businessFormally introduce operations staff to new clients before commencementEnsure operational staff receives the correct documentation to start contracts or special jobProvide onsite assistance on start of contractFollow-up with operations to ensure that contract is functioning in accordance with specificationsPlan weekly sales prospectsPrepare and present weekly / monthly sales reports at month end / weekly sales meetingsTarget projectsRe-quoting at existing businessAssist with training of new sales staffSurvey prospective clients premises and compile quotations based on an agreed working rate per square meter as per specificationsAble to handle a number of different assignments at the same timeBehavioural Competencies :
Demonstrates a drive to succeed and be able to work independently to build a pipeline of business in order to grow company revenueDemonstrates a high degree of honesty integrity diligence charisma innovation and customer-service attitude and projects a professional appearance / demeanor to inspire confidence in our customersPlans and prioritizes business opportunities very organized always punctual and professional on the telephone face to face and all other levels of engagement and keeps manager appraised of all sales activitiesDemonstrates ability in problem solving and negotiation with special emphasis on closing the saleStrong liaison and communication skillsWe reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. Whilst preference is given to existing employees at all times and the choice made is purely on merit Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Black Female Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team. Whilst black female candidates will be given priority as per our transformation policy subject to the above criteria.
Fidelity Services Group (Pty) Ltd supports global fair practice and business ethics on continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate.
Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Required Experience :
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
Sales Experience,B2B Sales,Time Management,Customer Service,Cold Calling,Retail Sales,Territory Management,Upselling,Product Demos,Outside Sales,Medicare,negotiation
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1