Sales Manager (South Africa, Paper Industry)

Forestown; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual to drive market development in the paper product sector. This role requires strong analytical skills to assess market trends and supply-demand dynamics, as well as the ability to foster relationships with upstream and downstream customers. The ideal candidate will have a knack for negotiation and a commitment to providing exceptional service solutions. If you are passionate about the paper industry and have a proven track record in sales, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to business growth and enhance customer satisfaction in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong market development ability and cross-cultural adaptability required.
• Experience in sales within the paper product industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market information of the paper product industry and review supply and demand.
• Negotiate contracts with clients and maintain good relationships.

Skills

Market Development

Cross-Cultural Adaptability

Interpersonal Communication

Team Collaboration

English Proficiency

Job description

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for collecting, organizing, and analyzing market information of the paper product industry in relevant regions, regularly reviewing and analyzing supply and demand, and sales situations (folding box board, woodfree paper, pulp, industrial paper, cultural paper, office paper, tissue, art paper, duplex board, base board, paper corrugated).
2. Responsible for the development and maintenance of upstream and downstream customers in the paper product industry in relevant regions, consolidating and enhancing good cooperative relationships with customers.
3. Complete the business tasks set by the company and explore new business growth points.
4. Negotiate contracts with clients, promote contract signing and follow up on contract execution, provide professional service solutions to clients, promptly and properly handle customer complaints, and maintain the company's brand.

Job Requirements:

1. Strong market development ability, cross-cultural adaptability, interpersonal communication ability, and team collaboration ability.
2. Good English listening and speaking skills; familiarity with relevant national and regional languages is preferred.
3. Priority will be given to those with experience in sales and related business in the paper product industry, as well as experience in overseas assignments.