Technical Sales Consultant - Flooring

Why do we need you?

• Develop and service the allocated territory and customer portfolio, e.g achieving territory budget targets and growth expectations
• Provide on-site technical advice on surface preparation, system selection, and application methods.
• Assist and drive specification of our systems based on client requirements with the influencers i.e. Architects, Engineers, QS, etc.
• Implement sales strategies for the territory and sales channels/segments
• Proactively seek new business opportunities and identify new needs and wants in the marketplace, while maintaining existing customers.
• The submission weekly reports (CRM) and CPD events to be done with the relevant professional teams on our product offerings.
• Manage customer expectations on lead times and product availability while
• Facilitate all customer product quality complaints and technical support service.

Is this job for you?

The ideal candidate must have a minimum 3-5 years of experience in construction environment, technical selling/ site management experience, valid drivers license with a Degree /Diploma in Civil Engineering. Preference will be given to candidates with construction environment experience. Good planning and communication skills with the ability to read and understand technical drawings will set you apart. The successful candidate will be required to travel and needs to be physically able and fit to go to Construction sites independently and handle products and application related tools on site and adhere to safety at all times.

To make sure nothing is forgotten

• To assist in driving company strategic sales and marketing objectives
• To achieve sales budgets(volume and revenue targets) through effective strategic action involving customer relations, effective communication and product strategies
• To effectively operate and control the sales territory/segment and customer portfolio
• To market the company’s product and services to the allocated customers/segment according to company strategic imperatives and with the Sales Manager’s guidance

A little more about us

Saint-Gobain Africa is a leading provider of innovative building materials and solutions, dedicated to enhancing the quality of living spaces across the continent. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, Saint-Gobain Africa offers a diverse range of products and services tailored to meet the unique needs of the African market. By leveraging its global expertise and local insights, the company plays a pivotal role in shaping the built environment, promoting energy efficiency, and driving economic growth in the region. Saint-Gobain Africa is focused on delivering high-performance solutions that contribute to the well-being and comfort of its customers.

Legal Statement We value the importance of a diverse workforce as a cornerstone of our business success. Our primary focus in selecting the most suitable candidates for our roles is based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equal opportunity in our employment processes and are committed to eliminating any unlawful discrimination in our hiring practices

Job Reference: ZAF00654