Sales Agent

Sales Agent researches various published sources to create list of prospects to contact for marketing purposes. May require a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Sales Agent is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Sales Agent performs a variety of complicated tasks. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. A limited degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

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Sales Agent Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Sales Agent to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Upselling to existing Customers where needed;
  • Handle objections;
  • Maintain computer, telephone and other equipment;
  • Perform script to ensure consistency of sales program;
  • Generate 50 leads/referrals per day;
  • Outbound Calls to new Customers in order to sell company products or products that the company sells on behalf of its Clients;
  • Place phone calls to potential clients from our computerized directory;
  • Answer potential client’s questions;
  • Generating new leads and sales opportunities through networking, company events and referrals;
  • Keep abreast of best practices and promotional trends;
  • Attend meetings at Client premises;
  • Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services;
  • Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships;
  • Continuously improve through feedback;
  • Attend company events / promotions/ exhibitions etc. as required.

Requirements:

  • Effective communication skills, interpersonal and leadership skills;
  • Knows how to ride a motorcycle;
  • Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook;
  • Professional telephone etiquette;
  • Honest, reliable and hardworking;
  • Ability to meet Sales goals;
  • Ability to work well in a process-driven environment;
  • Ability to cope with rejection on a daily basis;
  • Matric certificate or equivalent qualification;
  • Communication skills;
  • Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply;
  • Selling;
  • Atleast 1 year experience on sales;
  • Experience in working with architects, interior designers, construction companies preferred;
  • Achieve the criteria at each level of the System.