Public Lighting Sales Representative at Watershed Consulting

Description of the function

• The Public Lighting Sales Representative position is responsible for achieving sales targets and representing the company’s brand in a professional manner.

Content of the mission

• The service of the existing projects and client base
• Development of new markets
• Maintaining of all essential data on customers and sales expectations via CRM
• Assisting in the control of debtors in the area and collection of debts
• The above shall be done in co-operation and agreement with the Regional Manager

Requirements

• Electrical/Electronic diploma or equivalent
• Extensive experience in dealing with municipalities is a must, knowledge of electrical contractors and the lighting market in the KZN region is essential
• Experience with Municipal Supply Chain Management (SCM) processes
• Must be familiar with Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Project Management/ Sales
• Experience in the lighting manufacturing industry will be an advantage
• The candidate shall be required to travel within the area and should therefore be in possession of a valid driver’s license

Skills and Competencies

• The successful candidate shall be self-motivated, target driven and able to work independently with good communication skills on a senior level
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills with knowledge of payback and return of investments calculations is essential
• Excellent skills in PowerPoint to enhance the delivery of sales solution to customer
• Detail and specification orientation
• Knowledge of CRM
• Work well in a team
• Confident applicant with good presentation and public speaking skills
• Proven Sales Track Record in lighting or similar engineering field.
• Previously employed at a Municipality is an added advantage