ValueFirst Digital Media - Specialist - Sales

- We are searching for an innovative sales specialist with a great analytical mind to join our team.

- The sales specialist will be tasked with leading the sales team and providing training to new hires, performing in-depth market research, preparing sales forecasts and advertising budgets, as well as updating existing marketing strategies.

- You should also be able to amend sales policies and make recommendations for business growth.

- To be successful as a sales specialist, you should be able to explain product and service specifications clearly and concisely.

- Top candidates have excellent problem-solving and people skills.

Sales Specialist Responsibilities:

- Coordinating the sales team and assisting with recruiting and training new hires.

- Providing product demonstrations to staff and clients, and taking the lead in resolving complaints.

- Analyzing sales team performance and scheduling training/refresher sessions accordingly.

- Conducting market research and sharing findings with the team.

- Working alongside the team to draw up strategies to increase customer base.

- Setting sales targets and implementing incentives.

- Providing accurate sales forecasts and allocating resources so targets are met.

- Managing a network of vendors and suppliers.

- Maintaining excellent relationships with customers that are built on trust, and encouraging the rest of the sales team to follow this example.

- Keeping up-to-date with advancements in marketing.

Sales Specialist Requirements:

- Degree in marketing, business or similar.

- Valid driver's license.

- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

- Ability to think on your feet.

- Excellent customer service and leadership skills.

- Strong networking abilities.

- Ability to diagnose problems and find solutions.

- Strong degree of diplomacy and the ability to work with a range of different people.

- Ability to remain professional.

- Willingness to work overtime when required