Sales and Business Development Consultant

Requirements

• Marketing, Sales, Business or related Degree/Diploma.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in sales, business development, client relationship management, or a related field.
• Experience within the food industry will be highly advantageous.
• Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English (essential).
• Strong cold-calling, networking, and business development skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable working with CRM systems.
• Strong organisational, planning, and time management skills.
• Commercially savvy with the ability to perform basic costing and prepare proposals.
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and stay overnight when visiting clients in Mossel Bay, East London, and surrounding areas.

• Drive sales growth and achieve monthly and annual sales targets.
• Develop new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, client visits, and follow-up activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Prepare quotations, proposals, service level agreements, and client presentations.
• Compile and present monthly sales reports and assist with annual sales budget preparation.
• Coordinate training interventions and consultant schedules to ensure excellent client service delivery.
• Maintain accurate client records and sales activities within the CRM system.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer satisfaction surveys.
• Participate in client meetings, project planning sessions, and monthly sales meetings.
• Manage client enquiries received through various communication channels and ensure timely responses..