Job Title
Sales Costing Executive Reference: PTA -CDW-1 Our Client is looking for a Sales Costing Executive, located in Centurion.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Preparing and Managing Sales Quotations: Generate accurate and timely sales quotations based on customer requirements, pricing guidelines, and sales team input.
- Analyse floor plans, technical drawings, and other documentation to prepare cost materials and labour estimates.
- Maintaining Quotation Records: Keep detailed records of all quotations issued, including pricing, terms, and any special conditions.
- Ensure records are organized and easily accessible.
- Coordinating with Sales Team: Collaborate closely with the sales team to understand customer needs, pricing strategies, and competitive factors.
- Provide support in preparing complex or high-value quotations.
- Responding to Sales Inquiries: Address customer inquiries regarding quotations, pricing, and terms in a timely and professional manner.
- Provide clarification and negotiate terms when necessary.
- Tracking and Analysing Quotation Data: Monitor the effectiveness of quotations by tracking conversion rates, sales volume, and profitability.
- Use data analysis to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Ensuring Accuracy and Compliance: Ensure that quotations are accurate, comply with company policies and pricing guidelines, and are aligned with contractual requirements.
- Coordinating with Other Departments: Work closely with finance, operations, and customer service to coordinate activities related to quotations, orders, and customer requirements.
- Updating Pricing and Product Information: Keep pricing and product information up to date in quotation systems and databases.
- Communicate changes to the sales team as needed.
- Providing Administrative Support: Assist the Commercial team with administrative tasks such as preparing reports and maintaining company databases.
- Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance the customer experience related to sales quotations.
Requirements
- BCom degree or similar.
- Experience as a Sales Costing Administrator or similar role.
- Experience / exposure in finance will also be beneficial.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Preferred Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas and functions.
- Familiarity with communication tools (Skype, Zoom).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of the construction industry.
- Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations is an added advantage.
Package & Remuneration