Area Sales Manager – Munster
The Area Sales Manager will be responsible for generating new sales from new and existing customers, as well as retaining our existing customer base of FMCG retail outlets and SMEs nationwide.
This role requires a pro-active and enthusiastic approach to making sales, with a focus on working independently to find and create leads.
Detailed Job Description
* You will set quarterly sales targets with the National Sales Manager, which will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
* You will contact new customers nationwide to sell various products from our catalogue, predominantly financial products.
* You will source sales leads by researching and contacting potential clients by phone, and gain referrals from the existing customer base.
* You will grow the sales of various products, including merchant services and other product lines as demand necessitates, plus new products as they become available.
* You will maintain accurate records of daily sales and customer service calls.
* You will produce accurate and timely reports to management on the progress of sales – company, team & individual.
Role Related Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* Minimum 5 years proven sales experience
* Experience of payment services industry desirable
* Must demonstrate technical selling skills and product knowledge in all areas listed above
* Good knowledge of the financial services market advantageous
* Familiar with the sales process for a low margin high volume product into the convenience retail market
* Excellent Communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
* BASIC knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products
* Self-Motivated & pro-active
* Relevant 3rd level qualification desirable