Overview of labor market statistics in Durban

Are you a dynamic and results-driven Lighting Sales Representative? You will be responsible for promoting and selling an extensive range of lighting products to both existing and potential customers.Your primary objective will be to meet and exceed sales targets while fostering strong client relationships and representing the brand with professionalism and enthusiasm.Requirements:MatricValid drivers license and own transportProven sales track recordExcellent communications skills, written and face to faceAbility to close sales successfullyTarget driven and solution orientatedIndependent worker that takes personal responsibility of their work portfolioDuties and Responsibilities:Set up meetings with clients who contacts us via inbound leadsCalling on existing clients and setting up and calling on new clientsAnswering incoming queries on product offeringDaily update of CRM systemMeeting a target of 20 new business meetings per monthBring in new business and grow existing client base and networkSource new leads and increase new businessWorking out quotes and sending proposals to clients timeouslyFollow up with clients to make sure they are happy with after sales serviceMine business from the company existing clienteleUnderstand company product offeringsConsult with architects, builders, electricians, engineers to advise on product, service and solutionsMaintain a good understanding of the market: competitor offerings, general intelligence, identifying new opportunitiesMeeting and exceeding monthly targets and the annual targetOpen communication with other relevant departmentsAbide by company disciplinary code

Duties and Responsibilities:The Technical Service Representative position encompasses the back up of technical service to the sales team both on-site and in the officeTo ensure support for the Sales Representative and the SalesTo ensure accurate records are available on each project being supervisedTo ensure adherence to company policies and proceduresRequirements:Good understanding of the construction industry – Chemical, Corrosion, Abrasion, Epoxy, Coatings, Sealants etc.)Self-confidentTechnical background with quality controlGood communicationComputerBasic Report WritingWilling and able to travel

Technical Sales Engineer, preferably with a formal Mechanical / Engineering qualification and minimum 5 years’ sales experience in a technical/mining/mechanical environment, required to explore new business opportunities in the KZN Area, for this international gearbox manufacturing company.Minimum requirements:Matric essentialEngineering / Technical qualification with minimum 5 years’ sales experience preferredMinimum 10 years relevant sales experience required if no tertiary qualificationBusiness Development experience in gear related industry preferredMust be wiling to travel throughout KZNOwn transport essentialDuties and Responsibilities:Business development within the KZN area in the Cement, Sugar, Oil & Gas, Power, Coal, Port & Harbour, Steel & Metals, Mining & Minerals industriesAchieving budgets and meeting KPI’sManage and grow existing businessEnsure the Sales/Bid Pipleline is of valuePipeline managementKeeping CRM accounts detail and information currentFeedback and reporting to managementMaximise additional business from current clientsPlan and execute successful sales visitsFollow up on enquiries and proposals submittedCustomer feedback and relationship managementProvide technical support to customers

We are looking for a Branch Manager for a renowned IT Distribution Company in Durban.Salary: R20 000 per month.Minimum Requirements:At least 2 years’ experience managing an IT sales teamAt least 5 years’ experience in IT product salesSolid experience within the IT Distribution IndustryStaff Management experience is essentialMatric qualificationValid Driver’s License and Own vehicleDuties and Responsibilities:Manage the day to day operations with weekly meetings in each department: Sales, Stores, TechnicalSetting and managing sales targetsMaintain a fluent business process and planConsistently build the Company’s Brand as well as the brand agenciesBusiness DevelopmentGathering of customer data and needsAnalysis of actual sales compared to budgets and targetsCustomer visits through the Nelspruit regionGrow depth and breadth of product through our Customer BasePresent and report branch performance Weekly, Monthly and Yearly etc.

We are looking for a Telesales Consultant for an IT Company in Durban.Salary: R12 000 to R15 000 per month.Requirements:1 – 3 years experience in IT SalesDuties and Responsibilities:Receive email and telephonic enquiries Quote as required within 4 hours of receiving enquiryFollow up on quotes and process sales orders as neededCall allocated customer base on regular basis Cold call / acquire new clients on an ongoing basisAttend all sales and product training as requiredComplete daily customer call log sheetsUpdate customer database on an ongoing basisCreate sales plan approach for each major customer per product grpCarry out any other instruction as required by Management

Requirements:Minimum of 5 years experience in industrial battery salesWell presented and spokenValid drivers licenseSalary: Commensurate with qualification and experience + commission.

Be part of a pioneering force in the online gaming industry based in Durban. Our client is revolutionizing the gaming landscape with their cutting-edge platform, offering players an unparalleled gaming experience. As they continue to expand, they’re on the lookout for a visionary HR Director to steer their HR strategy and propel their company towards even greater heights of success.As the HR Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the culture, talent acquisition, and employee experience within our organization. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead HR strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent while fostering a high-performance culture aligned with the company’s values and objectives.Duties and Responsibilities:Your key job responsibilities as the HR Director in Durban will include:Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business objectives.Lead talent acquisition efforts to attract and retain top talent, including developing innovative recruiting strategies, conducting interviews, and overseeing the hiring process.Oversee employee onboarding, training, and development programs to support career growth and succession planning.Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance management.Develop and implement compensation and benefits programs that are competitive and aligned with industry standards.Stay updated on HR trends and best practices to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute organizational strategies that drive business growth and success.Lead HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.Manage and mentor HR team members to ensure high performance and professional development.Requirements for this HR Director job in Durban:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.Proven experience as an HR leader, preferably within the online gaming industry.Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations in South Africa.Demonstrated experience in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations.Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into HR initiatives.Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.Join our client in revolutionizing the online gaming industry and be part of a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional gaming experiences to players worldwide. Apply now to become the HR Director and make a significant impact on the company’s success!

Are you a Management Accountant with experience in manufacturing and production with experience performing a commercial function integrating pricing, costs, efficiencies and profitability internationally with factories worldwide.Our International Client requires a new member to join their team who will be at group level leveraging costing, accounting, and commercial functions to evaluate group performance and identify opportunities for business improvement.Requirements:Matric, Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related fieldStrong management accountant skills, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior accounting role for a manufacturing business, including prior experience in activity-based costingExcellent project management skills & experience managing complex projectsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modellingProven experience in tender management and preparation, demonstrating great attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks and deliverablesGood practical business and financial decision-making skillsAbility to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentIT proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and PowerPointWillingness to develop a deep understanding of our product offeringExcellent organisational skills to meet goals and set priorities, including the ability to work under pressure and in new environmentsAbility to deal with operations across the globe in different languages with different cultures and time zonesStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and lead a small teamDuties and Responsibilities:Team Management: Lead and manage and provide guidance for a team of two to ensure objectives are met effectively.Tender Management: Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in coordinating and completing global tenders for apparel retailers.Cost Management:Ensure the upkeep of essential input cost metrics across all production facilities.Validate adherence to Group frameworks for overhead cost allocation across all global operations.Update raw material costs, labour, and overhead recovery rates annually based on approved expense budgets and capacity plans for all production facilities.Quarterly review of performance against the recovery rates, based on actual quarter-end results, to evaluate the necessity for recovery rate adjustments.Oversee the preparation of quarterly cost driver schedules, encompassing both macro and local economic impacts, to be presented for:Incorporation into all bi-annual and annual contract price adjustments.Consideration by senior management in Group forecasting.Project Management:Manage RFID and Variable Data programme roll-outs, ensuring successful implementation and timely delivery.Manage the development and deployment of new costing modules across the group.Financial Analysis:Ensure tender award pricing is adhered to in respective supply regions, with any deviations falling within specified mandates.Estimate Forward Exchange Contract requirements for RFID inlay purchases on a quarterly basis.

Requirements:MatricNewly acquired Diploma in LogisticsAbility to work under pressure to meet deadlinesAdvanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications (Word / Excel / PowerPoint), in particularExcelExcellent communication skillsMust be able to think on your feetGoal-driven, no time wastersTeam-playerAble to work and thrive under pressureOperationally a hands-on person.Ability to work under pressure and deliver accurate work within a deadline driven environmentAbility to multitaskTime management skillsPossess excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work with individuals at all levels of the organisationKey Performance Areas:Prepare Drivers paperwork with stops, load release etcOverseeing and managing all Drivers and AssistantsGeneral fleet managementBriefing of DriversScanning in Drivers paperwork to the de briefing hub every morningVehicle monitoring and checking for suspicious stopsTracker and trip sheet analysisMaintain Driver disciplineMaintain truck turnaround timeCapture all Drivers log sheets with overtime and night-outsKeep record of all inhouse training and arrange for days for in-house trainingIssuing of warningsPreparing of cases for hearingsAssist with filling up trucks to get urgent orders outAssist with getting rid of preloads and checking in with customers if they are satisfied or if they need productProcessing of Drivers leave and managing fleet to ensure there are enough Drivers to trucksAssist with planning and schedulingManaging Drivers’ hours workedLiaise with gantries on renewing safe loads and Driver inductionsAccident investigationsCommunicate with customers late deliveriesDaily speeding and tracking reportsEnsure that Drivers and customers calls are answered in a timeous manner-after hours includedAssist with HSSESpot checks (HSE)Near miss (HSE)PPE issueUpdating files (hard and soft copy)PPELoading of trucksMaintaining of Driver filesMaintaining of medicals Hazchem’s and DGPCapture all incidents and accidents on (QM) Quality ManagerEnsure toolbox talks are done on a weekly basisKPA on a monthly basisHarbour permits(yearly) assistFire permits (yearly) assistLiaise with the Mechanics on trucks that need to be serviced and breakdowns and planning to get defects sorted outAlternating standbyRetrieve footageCommunication with Tracker and Truck AssistSalary: R18 000 to R22 000 per month commensurate with qualification and experience.

A Company that specialises in Manufacturing abrasive Products is looking for an experienced External Sales Representative to expand sales and oversee current clients in Kwa-Zulu Natal. You will need to grow and manage existing customers and seek out new opportunities constantly with both stand-alone and chain accounts within your established region.R15 000 per month + R8 500 Car Allowance + CommissionFuel Card, Laptop and Cell phoneAdditional benefits after 3 monthsMinimum Requirements:A Technical Qualification and/or 3+ years proven sales experience in a technical fieldMust have a valid driver’s licenceMust be willing to travel.Knowledge of the abrasive industry would be an advantageExcellent Communication Skills, both Verbal and WrittenStrong Negotiation SkillsMust be MS Office literate (Intermediate to Advanced)CRM Management, Call Planning and Sales Reporting.Resilient, resourceful personality/character.Conflict management.Strong business acumen.Entrepreneurial flair with excellent time management skillsDuties and Responsibilities:Take full accountability for the achievement of revenue streams, profitability and volume growth and other key performance areas/indicators for direct accounts in the portfolioMinimising and management of potential channel conflict, with the ultimate goal of eliminating conflict in this channelDevelop processes to measure, track, report and communicate account performance in order to ensure specific focus, and utilising these processes to monitor trends, achievements and performance against targetsDevelop reporting and monitoring mechanisms highlighting and market movements to Sales and ManagementPenetrating competitor marketsPerform cost-benefit and needs analysis on existing and potential customers as part of the sales processConduct cold calling at new/potential customers along with a focused growth strategy at the existing customers in the allocated sales areaAnalyse market potentials, track sales and status reportsMeet and exceed sales budgets (volume & revenue)Establish, promote and maintain positive business and customer relationshipsEnsure adherence to company policy and procedures while maintaining integrity and sound business practicesServicing and further development of existing customer baseParticipation/representation at open days/trade shows with the ability to conduct physical product demonstrationsComply with the company’s planning, reporting and customer management structures as determined by managementAdherence to the company price list and discount structures as determined by managementMaintain and develop existing and new customers through planned individual account support, and liaison with internal order-processing staffEnsure effective customer satisfaction and after sales carePerform internal and customer facing presentationsLiaise with internal office to produce client proposals and manage the delivery and follow up of such with the clientAttend monthly sales meetings and one-on-ones with the Sales ManagerSeeking out new opportunities constantly with both stand-alone and chain accounts within established regionCommunicating new service and product opportunities, feedback, special developments, or information collected during field activity to the Sales ManagerCoordinating with company staff to achieve the work required in closing up salesProvide weekly feedback relating to lost sales and back ordersSubmit monthly call planners by the last week of the month for the month aheadDaily update of CRM with visit information and telephone callsShall provide a plan for their sales area annually, showing the following information, Sales per customer in the previous year, Sales extrapolated for the current year, Sales plan for the next year,Target customersAny other duty which may be assigned to you from time-to-time