wholesale trade representative

Work setting

• Manufacturing or processing industry

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Identify and solicit potential clients
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
• Promote sales to existing clients
• Prepare or oversee preparation of sales or other contracts
• Supervise activities of other sales representatives
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Review and adapt information regarding product innovations, competitors and market conditions
• Represent the organization, or delegate representatives to act on behalf of the organization, in negotiations or other official functions
• Provide clients with presentations on the benefits and uses of goods or services

Experience and specialization

Sales experience

• Manufacturing and industrial products

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Organized
• Ability to multitask