Corporate Sales Specialist ( Re-Advertise)
Corporate Sales Specialist ( Re-Advertise)
ZA
Corporate Sales Specialist ( Re-Advertise)
The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Corporate Sales Specialist position in the VW Brand Department – NSO Sandton
Brief Role Description
The Corporate Sales Specialist has the responsibility to identify corporate sales opportunities and building long term relationships with fleet and micro rental customers to yield incremental volume and share for the VW Brand and to ensure that economically and according to needs, that dealers are empowered to manage and grow their fleet business
Possible Tasks within this Role
- Coordinating and managing a corporate sales contact programme for a portfolio of key accounts
- Using the SAP CRM system and CRM processes to maintain and manage relevant and accurate data on clients
- Optimally utilising the fleet of demonstration vehicles in marketing and promoting VW products and the VW brand amongst corporate clients
- Monitoring and analyzing competitor fleet activities and formulating recommendations in this regard
- Negotiating with fleet owners to secure incremental vehicle sales
- Participating in new product launch meetings
- Advising and informing dealers and other Divisions regarding corporate sales matters
- Participating in the development of corporate sales policy with fleet owners which includes developing and producing recommendations regarding guidelines for fleet packages
- Analyzing customer feedback and formulating recommendations regarding changes to vehicle specifications and an ability to facilitate quick resolution of customer queries (technical or otherwise)
- Planning and coordinating a corporate sales promotions programme for the region
- Evaluating specific corporate sales results and determining further actions required
- Focusing and measuring dealer efforts in the following areas:
- Dealer corporate sales strategies, prospecting systems, fleet sales staff development and selection, CRM processes, dealer fleet marketing initiatives, regular client visits and securing of new business
- Forging links between the dealer network and corporate customers with a focus on increasing sales
- Liaising with the relevant Regional Sales Managers to ensure optimum sales results
- Handling relevant corporate sales related projects on an ongoing basis to develop and enhance the operation of the department
Qualification requirements
A recognised Degree / National Diploma in Marketing or Sales
Experience needed
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in retail/marketing
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in marketing of vehicles and sales with above average product knowledge
Essentials
- Experience in dealing with large client groups
- The ability to look at the bigger picture and offer a strategic input
- A very good understanding of CRM and customer contact programmes
- Proven negotiating/influencing skills
- Good selling skills
- Good people handling skills
- Above average communication skills
- Great presentation skills
- Planning and organising skills
At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team. Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than Friday, 18th October 2024.
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Corporate Sales Specialist position in the VW Brand Department – NSO Sandton
Brief Role Description
The Corporate Sales Specialist has the responsibility to identify corporate sales opportunities and building long term relationships with fleet and micro rental customers to yield incremental volume and share for the VW Brand and to ensure that economically and according to needs, that dealers are empowered to manage and grow their fleet business
Possible Tasks within this Role
- Coordinating and managing a corporate sales contact programme for a portfolio of key accounts
- Using the SAP CRM system and CRM processes to maintain and manage relevant and accurate data on clients
- Optimally utilising the fleet of demonstration vehicles in marketing and promoting VW products and the VW brand amongst corporate clients
- Monitoring and analyzing competitor fleet activities and formulating recommendations in this regard
- Negotiating with fleet owners to secure incremental vehicle sales
- Participating in new product launch meetings
- Advising and informing dealers and other Divisions regarding corporate sales matters
- Participating in the development of corporate sales policy with fleet owners which includes developing and producing recommendations regarding guidelines for fleet packages
- Analyzing customer feedback and formulating recommendations regarding changes to vehicle specifications and an ability to facilitate quick resolution of customer queries (technical or otherwise)
- Planning and coordinating a corporate sales promotions programme for the region
- Evaluating specific corporate sales results and determining further actions required
- Focusing and measuring dealer efforts in the following areas:
- Dealer corporate sales strategies, prospecting systems, fleet sales staff development and selection, CRM processes, dealer fleet marketing initiatives, regular client visits and securing of new business
- Forging links between the dealer network and corporate customers with a focus on increasing sales
- Liaising with the relevant Regional Sales Managers to ensure optimum sales results
- Handling relevant corporate sales related projects on an ongoing basis to develop and enhance the operation of the department
Qualification requirements
A recognised Degree / National Diploma in Marketing or Sales
Experience needed
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in retail/marketing
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in marketing of vehicles and sales with above average product knowledge
Essentials
- Experience in dealing with large client groups
- The ability to look at the bigger picture and offer a strategic input
- A very good understanding of CRM and customer contact programmes
- Proven negotiating/influencing skills
- Good selling skills
- Good people handling skills
- Above average communication skills
- Great presentation skills
- Planning and organising skills
At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team. Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than Friday, 18th October 2024.
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
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