Accountant Manager - Chemical Manufacturing

*Reference: PS009479-CH-1* A well-known Chemical Manufacturing and Distribution Company requires the above to establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current and prospective Key Accounts as well as to generate new business within the industry. *Minimum requirements for the role:* * The successful candidate must have a matric with good people and sales skills. * Previous sales experience selling chemicals and related products is preferred but not essential for the role. * Previous experience having worked in a sales role having an understanding of the sales processes and dynamics is essential. * Computer literacy is essential with good working knowledge of Microsoft packages. * Must be a team player and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. * Must have excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to build relationships with Customers. * Must have written and verbal communication skills and be committed to excellent customer service. *The successful candidate will be responsible for:* * Building and maintaining Client relationships with existing Key Accounts as well as developing new business within the metal and galvanising and related markets. * Selling products to potential qualified Buyers and negotiating sales terms and pricing. * Meeting or exceeding sales goals by visiting Clients regularly to evaluate their needs and promote our products. * Assisting where needed in the preparation of Client quotations in line with Company procedures and relative service level agreements. * Preparing weekly and monthly reports and presenting them to Management. * Giving sales presentations to a range of prospective Clients. * Monitoring and evaluating competition activities and products. * Developing and implementing strategic sales plans in the allocated Client base or area to accommodate Company objectives, targets, and budgets. * Providing regular feedback and reports as defined by relevant procedures to Management on activity within the specified client base or area. * Determining Customer needs, providing proficient technical advice and recommending and proposing solutions accurately. *Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.* R