sales job description involves finding potential customers (leads) presenting and demonstrating products/services negotiating deals closing sales and maintaining client relationships to meet revenue targets requiring strong communication product knowledge and persistence. Core duties include lead generation pitching objection handling contract finalization and record-keeping often using CRM systems to track progress and collaborating with marketing for strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Prospecting & Lead Generation: Identifying and reaching out to new potential clients through cold calling networking and referrals.
Customer Engagement: Meeting with clients (virtually or in-person) to understand needs provide solutions and offer tailored product demonstrations.
Sales & Negotiation: Presenting compelling arguments negotiating prices and terms preparing sales agreements and closing deals.
Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong long-lasting relationships with existing and new customers.
Goal Achievement: Consistently meeting or exceeding weekly monthly and annual sales quotas and targets.
Reporting & Admin: Maintaining accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity often in a CRM system and preparing reports.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
Excellent communication interpersonal and persuasion skills.
Deep knowledge of the companys products/services and industry trends.
Ability to analyze customer needs and provide suitable solutions.
Strong negotiation and closing skills.
Resilience and persistence in a competitive performance-driven environment.
Often requires a Bachelors degree or relevant experience in business or a related field.
Typical Duties
Delivering sales presentations and product demonstrations.
Handling customer inquiries complaints and returns.
Collaborating with marketing and other teams on sales strategies.
Attending trade shows conferences and meetings.
Proven experience as a sales executive or relevant role. Proficiency in English. Excellent knowledge of MS Office. Thorough understanding of marketing and negotiating techniques. Fast learning speed and a passion for sales Self-motivated with a results-driven approach. Aptitude in delivering attractive presentations. A high school degree