What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales & Marketing - SC - Specialty Chemicals Unit position at Marubeni Group Companies?
POSITION SUMMARY:This position is responsible for contributing to the growth of the business and increasing profits by performing sales and marketing functions.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:Perform Sales• Develop and implement sales plans and pricing strategies• Negotiate with current and potential customers to close sales proposals• Coordinate all aspects of sales for assigned region(s) and accounts• Maintain inventory levels and evaluate internal and external production and quality control reports• Participate in sales meetings• Prepare sales reports for Management on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis• Coordinate all other aspects of sales operations including logistics and warehousing as necessary
Perform Marketing Functions• Develop and execute targeted product marketing strategies• Develop and deliver presentations• Coordinate marketing operations for assigned region(s)• Research market trends via magazines, advertisements, websites, trade shows, and other industry events tocreate sales leads▪ Identify and follow up on all sales leads through market research, inquiries received, and referrals fromsuppliers or distributors• Establish, enhance, and maintain relations with current and potential customers
Manage and Expands Customer Accounts• Contact customers regularly via telephone, e-mail, letters, and in-person to ascertain their needs and keepbusiness and information flowing smoothly• Liaise between customers and customer service staff members• Follow up on past-due accounts to ensure all collections are completed• Provide price quotes, proposals, and credit terms to current and prospective customers• Visit current and prospective customers to make product presentations• Monitor customer order patterns and follow up with customers on irregularities or missed orders or toreactivate inactive accounts• Identify and propose solutions to customer needs or problems in a timely manner
Increase Profits• Reviews and signs invoices• Analyzes sales trends, logistics trends, operating efficiency, product presentations, monthly financials, andbest practices and making appropriate modifications to maximize profit• Research and identify potential customers▪ Develop proactive sales methods including end user customer presentations, phone sales, and new businessopportunities at trade shows and industry events• Ensure accuracy of transactions and payments
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:• Bachelor`s degree
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS:• 4 to 7 years of related account management and B2B sales experience• Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Excellent presentation skills• Highly efficient time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks• Strong capability to multitask• Excellent follow-up skills• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint• Ability to work with minimal or no supervision• Self-motivated and effective in a team setting and individually• Ability to work in a multi-cultural business environment
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000