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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Sales & Marketing Representative

Field SalesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNacala, MozambiqueNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in Marketing or Business Management, or a related field, is required.
  • Proficiency in Portuguese and English is required.
  • At least 3 years of experience in a sales and marketing position is required.
  • Knowledge of merchandising techniques and methods for specialized and/or technical products is required.
  • In-depth understanding of sales principles and customer service practices is required.
  • Ability to deal with the public and apply customer service techniques is required.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills are required.
  • Ability to represent SGS confidently is required.
  • Organizational skills and time-management skills are required.
  • Motivation to work without supervision and ability to work under pressure are required.

Responsibilities

  • Generate revenue by growing the customer database and increasing market share.
  • Develop relationships with new customers by directing and supporting collaborative sales efforts to grow assigned business lines.
  • Analyze customer issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Follow yearly objectives as defined by management.
  • Liaise with the line manager to develop specific sales strategies.
  • Suggest sales process improvements.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge using appropriate tools or resources.
  • Prepare sales presentations and keep records of sales trends.
  • Establish close working relationships between regional and local teams to identify sales opportunities for new and existing clients.
  • Administer and execute quotation requests through web enquiries, email, walk-in clients, and other channels.
  • Update the sales pipeline weekly.
  • Support the tender process.
  • Refer quotations for approval where applicable, including limits, costs, and payment terms.
  • Engage with local markets to determine trends and competitive environments.
  • Assist with market analysis in line with the agreed strategy.
  • Attend exhibitions and other promotional activities where applicable.
  • Attend to marketing-related activities as required by the line manager.
  • Support customer survey and satisfaction initiatives.
  • Travel outside the office to customers’ premises.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the Technical Inspection and Certification (TIC) industry is an advantage.
  • Experience working with customer relationship management (CRM) systems is an advantage.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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