Job Description
ABOUT DATELINE IMPORTS LTD:
Founded in July 1977, Dateline Imports Ltd represents a lifetime of exceptional hair and beauty expertise. Across New Zealand and Australia, Dateline Imports Ltd sources leading international and Australian brands for retail and professional distribution. Their emphasis is on exemplary service, dynamic education and a definitive range of hair and beauty products across all price points.
THE ROLE:
The primary focus of the Sales Manager is to increase sales by driving revenue growth through sales and service activities. The role will focus on core elements of professional and modern sales management and service delivery. It is a busy, varied and hands on role which will involve travel throughout New Zealand. Accountability for growth and development of sales and service performance is paramount to the success of this position.
Short term goals will include the support and development of our sales team focusing on implementation of key marketing and growth objectives. A strategic sales plan, linked to KPIs for the team is an essential step in this process.
Challenges for this position:
- A fast paced and diverse role and industry requiring high levels of resilience and multi-tasking
- Leading and managing a team of strong individuals (7 Sales staff throughout NZ) with many serving many years' service with the company.
- Maximising sales whilst meeting management objectives
- Developing robust and professional relationships, both internal and external
- Managing a diverse range of tasks including leading, selling, developing, and facilitating sales training and implementing marketing initiatives
- Maintaining a dynamic and innovative approach to all areas of sales. Thinking and creating "outside the box"
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Has proven experience in a similar role, managing a Sales team based across NZ
- Has a hands-on management style and leads by example
- Is passionate about establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key customers
- Strives for continuous improvement and is always looking for ways to improve process and service
- Has an eye for numbers and for detail
- Is organised, methodical and has excellent time management
- Prior experience in the Health & Beauty or FMCG industries is advantageous but not essential
Apply now or call Odette from Drake on 094780057 for a confidential chat.