Sales Development Representative

About the position

ROLE OVERVIEW
Our client is looking for a personable and hard-working individual to join their sales team. You will be responsible for business development and growth globally. You will be expected to ensure meetings are set up with potential clients and ensure that client relationships are maintained.
The Sales Development Representative will be responsible for the following:

• Researching quality leads/potential clients using internal processes and partner websites.
• Communication with prospective clients to arrange sales calls.
• Inputting of data and cross checking of leads through Client Relationship Management (CRM) systems
• Managing and overseeing the daily activities within the sales function, such as follow up, research and information gathering.

SKILL SET AND DESIRED COMPETENCIES

• Excellent knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Applications (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Excellent use of the English language, both written and verbal
• Maintain effective communication with team members at all times
• Ability to adapt within the ever-changing shipping environment
• Ability to coordinate large high-value deals and keep track of and successfully manage all elements on each high value project
• Attention to detail with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Proactive problem solving
• General business acumen

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• University Undergraduate Degree of any background, commerce-focus preferable
• Honours Degree advantageous
• Strong academic track record required

Desired Skills:

• BCom degree
• Sales
• Honours Degree
• Strong academic track record
• Core Matric Mathematics

Desired Work Experience:

• 1 to 2 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Honours