Our Client In the Manufacturing Industry Is Seeking To Employ A Sales Officer. The Incumbent's Main Role Shall Be To Persuade Clients And Other Businesses To Purchase Services And Products.

Duties and Responsibilities
Create and maintain long-term consumer relationships.
Make phone calls to prospective consumers to explain the company’s products and encourage sales.
Answer client questions and, where needed, escalate complex issues to the appropriate departments.
Understand the company’s products thoroughly.
Keep precise records of all sales, customer appointments, and complaints.
Assist the marketing department in reaching out to the company’s target audience.
Ensure that business products meet current market expectations and notify product developers of future product improvements and revisions.
Find the best buying options and create cost-benefit analysis for future and present customers. To find the best buying options, create cost-benefit analysis for future and present customers.
Examine competitors’ products to evaluate their features, benefits, defects, and market success.
Keep a complete and accurate record of all sales.
Prepare and present sales reports to the higher management.
Assist in the development and implementation of sales targets.
Collaborate with the Marketing department to develop various promotional activities.
Research current market trends and make a note of customer requirements.
Review competitor product offerings.
Make cold calls to attract potential customers.
Develop effective sales strategies.
Prepare and present sales reports to upper management.
Assist with the creation and implementation of sales goals.

Qualifications and Experience
Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Sales and Marketing or equivalent.
Must have working experience in the Manufacturing or FMCG industry.
Must have a minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar role.