Responsibilities
Customer Relationships Development
Make calls by telephone to customers to offer new products to existing client
Base.
Customer Needs Clarification
Interview the customer, following a complex multi-level sales script, to clarify the
customer's requirements. Or assist in conducting interviews with potential
customers to collect client requirements making detailed notes.
Sell Customer Propositions
Identify the products or services that best meet the customer's needs, use
personal expertise to propose quantities within standard operating systems,
policies and procedures. Explain the selection to the customer, influence the
customer to make a purchase with the best benefits and solutions to meet
customer needs.
Operational Compliance
Develop working knowledge of the organisation's policies and procedures and of
regulatory codes and codes of conduct relevant to own work, adhering to
mandatory procedures to ensure own work is undertaken to the required
standards.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Data
Schedule callback and enter relevant information into the customer relationship
management system after each contact with a customer to create a call plan and
to ensure that the organisation has quality data to enable effective customer
retention and business development activities.
Performance Management
Prioritise own workflow and ensure work is completed to the required standards
of quality and timeliness; use performance management systems to improve
personal performance to meet SLA.
Personal Capability Building
Keep abreast with current changes in internal policies and procedures, external
regulations which is facilitated by the online training system and tracked by a
formal assessment.
Sales Opportunities Creation
Identify potential customers by obtaining information, referrals, and
recommendations from existing customers.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Customer Focus
Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For
example, keeps in contact with customers to ensure problems are resolved, or to
improve customer service. Studies customer feedback and emerging customer
needs and uses these to determine some creative new ideas.
Being Resilient
example, is calm and professional in difficult situations; continues to work toward
objectives. Overcomes obstacles without becoming discouraged; draws lessons
from failures. Recovers from setbacks and adversity.
Situational Adaptability
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of
different situations. For example, swiftly and easily adapts approach to a wide
array of different or changing situations. Is inquisitive about evolving situations;
identifies how to adapt early.
Interpersonal Savvy
Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. For example,
recognises even subtle social cues and nimbly responds to others' needs and
preferences. Helps to defuse difficult interpersonal situations by showing high
levels of tact, sensitivity, and consideration. Builds rapport with ease.
Instills Trust
Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and
authenticity. For example, acts consistently with the organisation's policies and
practices. Shows honesty and candor when working with others. Honors
agreements and meets commitments.
Ensures Accountability
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. For example, accepts
responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and
does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.
Persuades
Uses compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others. For
example, positions and packages ideas so that they will resonate strongly with a
wide variety of stakeholders. Uses strong logic and compelling evidence. Works
with others to find creative win-win solutions; achieves consensus through
compromise.
Communicates Effectively
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear
understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. For example, seeks
out others' perspectives and asks good questions. Shares information that
people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking.
Plans and Aligns
Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with organisational
goals. For example, adopts a sequence of activities that allows for optimal
efficiency and effective coordination with others. Makes skillful use of resources
and support to deliver efficient, high-quality work.
Manages Conflict
Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. For example,
seeks out a variety of opinions and options; maintains an open mind; takes steps
to ensure conflict remains constructive; avoids polarized or unilateral decisions.
seeks agreement on critical issues.
Action Oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high
energy, and enthusiasm. For example, identifies what needs to be done and acts
quickly. Shows optimism and enthusiasm that affects others positively. Works
independently, but knows when to ask for help.
Drives Results
Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. For example,
devotes considerable effort to surpassing goals and achieving the best possible
results; goes above and beyond to achieve excellence. Drives ahead with great
focus when faced with obstacles and setbacks; maintains productivity and a
positive attitude
Skills
Direct Sales
Work with guidance to maximise the volume and value of direct sales.
Verbal and written Communication
Use clear and effective verbal communications skills with guidance to express
ideas, request actions and formulate plans or policies.
Computer Skills
Support business processes with guidance and understand and effectively use
standard office equipment and standard software packages.
Microsoft Office Suite
Action Planning and work scheduling
Work with guidance to develop appropriate plans or perform necessary actions
based on recommendations, requirements and achieve performance targets by
optimising work scheduling.
Writing Skills
Use clear and effective writing skills with guidance to express ideas, request
actions and formulate plans or policies.
TOOLS Telephone system
Avaya
General Education
- Must be within DOFA date
- Matric / Grade 12 or SAQA Accredited Equivalent (Essential)
- Regulatory Exam 5 (Advantageous)
- 120 FAIS Credits (Advantageous)
- 2 or more years telephonic sales experience (Essential)
- Experience in cold calling (Advantageous)