Who we are:GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.What you'll be doing:
Adheres to sales forecast and strategic plan to ensure optimization and profitability of the Business Unit
Provides sales forecasts and ensures that the brand/category function is informed for required actions
Manages sales operations, regularly monitors day-to-day operations, including checks on prospective clients, negotiations and the design of competitive sales packages
Visits customer frequently to take orders, confirm delivery details and stock levels
Records progress of enquiries and creates regular reports, including source of business trends, enquiry conversion rates, future predicted sales and other reports as directed by the sales manager
Promotes the business to new and existing clients and secures new and repeat business by networking at various sales and corporate events
Advises customers on forthcoming product developments and discusses special promotions
Develops a database of qualified leads through referrals, email, and networking; identifies and develop new customer accounts to increase sales
Prepares documents related to sale and supports contracting activities like purchase agreements, contracts, etc. in coordination with the Legal department
Maintains and files all related documents and ensures compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
Provides customers with clarifications, answers queries, provides requested information and follows-up with customers
Provides accurate and timely forecasting on a periodic basis, and discusses inefficiencies related to the performance of the sales; prepares sales reports and summaries on a frequent basis
Evaluates customer and is responsible for applicable background checks to ensure customer falls within the Business Unit's guidelines
Ensures all logistics related to sales orders and delivery are in place
Ensures timely collection of receivables from clients (when applicable)
Performs other responsibilities and tasks as required or as directed by management from time to time