Junior Sales Executive job at Hariss International

H ariss International Limited is seeking a Junior Sales Executive to join their team in Kampala, Uganda. This role is within the Sales and Marketing division and reports to the Area Sales Supervisor.

Responsibilities or duties

The essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Educating retailers on Hariss products and offers.
• Identifying potential customers and generating leads through market research and networking.
• Conducting cold calls and in-person visits to promote products.
• Assisting in executing sales strategies to achieve company objectives.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Addressing client queries and providing product information promptly.
• Maintaining well-merchandised Hariss Fridges within the area of operation according to the Chillers SOPs.
• Following up on sales leads to convert them into long-term customers.
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences and sharing information with the Sales team.
• Providing feedback to the sales and marketing team to improve product positioning.
• Processing orders accurately and ensuring timely delivery of products.
• Maintaining detailed records of client interactions, sales, and inventory.
• Preparing and presenting regular sales reports to the Area Sales Supervisor.
• Coordinating with internal teams, such as marketing and logistics, to ensure smooth operations.
• Participating in team meetings and contributing ideas to improve sales performance.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of UACE Certificate or diploma in any relevant field.
• A minimum of 1 year’s experience in a similar role in a busy environment.

Key Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Hariss International is an equal opportunity employer Minorities/Females/People with Disabilities/Protected Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

• Educate retailers on Hariss products and offers.
• Identify potential customers and generate leads through market research and networking.
• Conduct cold calls, and in-person visits to promote products.
• Assist in executing sales strategies to achieve company objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Address client queries and provide product information promptly.
• Maintain well merchandised Hariss Fridges with in the area of operation according to the Chillers SOPs.
• Follow up on sales leads to convert them into long-term customers.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences and share information with the Sales team.
• Provide feedback to the sales and marketing team to improve product positioning.
• Process orders accurately and ensure timely delivery of products.
• Maintain detailed records of client interactions, sales, and inventory.
• Prepare and present regular sales reports to the Area Sales Supervisor.
• Coordinate with internal teams, such as marketing and logistics, to ensure smooth operations.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to improve sales performance.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Positive attitude
• Exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

• A minimum of UACE Certificate or diploma in any relevant field.
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a similar role in a busy environment.