External Trader - Angola & Mozambique

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

• Two years sales related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Matric or equivalent qualification

• Valid Driver’s License

• Must be able to speak Portugese

BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS:

• “Can do” attitude.

• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.

• Team player.

• Able to produce results whilst under pressure.

• Energetic, dynamic and driven personality.

• Willingness to travel extensively.

• Ability to persuade and influence others.

• Ability to maintain a professional appearance.

• Ability to provide a positive Company image to the public.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Numerical Skills

• Computer literacy on Microsoft office

• Strong focus on customer service

• Knowledge of steel advantageous

• Must be able to speak Portuguese

PRIMARY FUNCTION OF THE POSITION

• To travel into the Mozambique and Angolan Market and grow direct sales together

with internal trader. To establish long-term relationships and consistent supply of goods into these markets.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships and resolving queries.

• Follow up on new leads resulting from field activity

• Generating new sales and maintaining existing customer accounts.

• Achieving and exceeding monthly targets.

• Compiling and submitting of sales and/or call reports as required.

• Regular travel into these markets.