RETAIL SALES MANAGER: STEEL, TUBE & INDUSTRIAL HARDWARE – JHB SOUTH(4838)

SUMMARY:
Our client requires a candidate with strong trading and management experience in retail and wholesale steel and tube and industrial hardware industry to join their dynamic company.

POSITION INFO:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 / equivalent

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 or more years’ management and sales experience, within the mild steel and industrial hardware industry is essential.

• Must be bilingual in English and Afrikaans.

• Computer literate – advanced skills in Excel and Syspro would be an advantage.

•  Strong management, trading and negotiating skills.

• A stable work record and have contactable references.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Training of staff.

• Assisting with quotations and large orders.

• Provide updated supplier lists to staff to ensure product is purchased at the right price from the correct supplier.

• Provide staff with weekly specials lists.

• Assist internal, retail, and external sales staff in closing deals.

• Delegating of duties to sales staff.

• Motivating and managing of sales staff.

• Ensure necessary customer service levels are maintained by all staff.

• Ensuring that budgeted sales targets are met.

• Opening and following up on new accounts and loyalty accounts.

• Making sure all customer details are updated op the system.

• Processing of invoices.

• Increase market awareness.

• Ensure that stock is replenished.