Overhead Crane Sales Representative

Reference: JHB000308-VMC-1

Sales Representative required for a reputable client manufacturing overhead cranes, hoists and lifting equipment as well as providing quality repairs, maintenance and service inspections.  It is essential that candidates present with a technical background and exposure to the material handling / crane industry in order to be considered for the role as well as have their own vehicle. Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of the Role: To generate sales based on the organisation’s product offerings.  Success will be measured by sales brough in, customer service and customer retention.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical information and solutions to clients and suppliers.

• Preparing quotations and tenders for clients.

• Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximise satisfaction.

• Provide administrative support RFQs and other sales related documents.

• Maintain client databases.

• Attending to existing buying customers.

• New customer development.

• Develop and grow all product ranges.

• Assist with technical support on sites.

• Generating new customer growth.

• Quote follow ups.

• Weekly reports and maintain the CRM system.

• Market research.

• Assisting at shows.

• Complying with any reasonable tasks given by any member of management from time to time.

• Identify new customer base and report monthly on progress.

• Flexibility of extensive travelling.

• Achieve set monthly sales targets.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 or equivalent.

• Technical background essential.

• Computer literacy on MS Office packages.

• Well-developed report writing skills.

• Well-developed problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Sound product / service knowledge.

• Attention to detail.

• Previous customer service experience.

• Previous experience in material handling and crane industry beneficial.

The position offers a CTC with the benefit of provident fund included therein, fuel card, laptop and cellphone with a lucrative commission structure.

Please note: Should you not meet the minimum requirements or hear from us within 14 days from date of advertising, please accept your application as being unsuccessful.