Technical Sales Specialist (food & Beverages)

Technical Sales Specialist (Food & Beverages)

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. SGS operates a network of over 2,000 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

• Generate and capitalize on new sales and business opportunities in order to meet required revenue targets within defined target areas.
• Prepare individual sales and marketing programs and action plans in line with the overall business strategy to ensure a targeted and focused approach that consistently contributes to the overall growth objectives of the business.
• Meet assigned sales targets as set by the Division Manager and Sales Manager.

Qualifications

• College graduate of any business, marketing, food science/technology, chemical, agriculture, life science or related course.
• Experience in the related field covered by corresponding position is an advantage.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
• Must be amenable to work in North Luzon area
• State of the art selling techniques and an ability to translate these skills into tangible results.
• Extensive knowledge of the related field (stakeholders, trends/shifts, competitors, processes, regulatory frameworks).
• Ensure new services are offered at acceptable margins within operational capacity.
• Ability to write, appraise and negotiate detailed contracts and commercial agreements.
• Ability to present detailed concepts to an audience or group of clients.
• Ability to adopt a flexible approach to work and react effectively to a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to work under own initiative and with a high degree of autonomy.
• Knowledge of IT systems, particularly MS Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player.
• Ability to listen and identify client needs and requirements.
• Service oriented mindset.
• Organization skills.
• Accountability, results driven.
• Exhibits enthusiasm and perseverance.
• Ability to travel, sometimes at short notice.
• Valid driver's license is an advantage but not a requirement.
• Proficient in English & Filipino (both written and verbal).