Position: International Sales Consultant

Location: Fourways, Johannesburg

Salary: Market-Related

Roles and Responsibilities:

Meet sales objectives and support international managers in achieving and exceeding sales budgets.
Visit high-profile customers.
Develop new business and identify sales.
Manage costs against the approved budget.
Maintain good communications with customers, employees, and International fabric brands.
Maintain good communication and relationship with all International clients
Issues and queries dealt with promptly and courteously
Regular feedback on queries and delivery dates provided
Backorder lists managed
Operational problems facilitated and flagged as required
Complaints managed and flagged as required
Customer expectations met
Feedback on special orders was collected and Manager informed
Budget set in collaboration with Internationals Manager
Expenditure aligns with the budget
Weekly reports submitted (sales, market, and competitor activity)
Cost control measures put in place and adhered to
Excellent customer service is delivered by all staff in the region
Support Sales consultants and showrooms in all matters related to Internationals
Team members receive regular brand/product communication and updates
Weekly sales meetings attended
Showroom and Sales consultants coached to increase skills and knowledge (accompanied on sales calls)
Act as a brand ambassador for all international fabric houses

Requirements and skills

A National Senior Certificate or Diploma in the related field is an advantage.
5 years of sales experience – wholesale of luxury goods / interior decor environment preferred
Exposure to textiles/fabric sales environment is an advantage.
Skills in Sales, New business development, Customer service, Product Knowledge, Negotiating skills, Presentation Skills, Market Research, Campaign Implementation, Branding, Public Relations & Publicity, and Report Writing.
Valid driver’s License and reliable own vehicle.
Languages; Fluent in English and one other SA language (area dependent)

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