The successful applicants will have the following skills & experience:
Well developed interpersonal & rapport building skills. A demonstrated history of customer & sales growth. An expert knowledge of the food flavour & ingredients industry. Strong commercial and negotiation skills. Ability to identify opportunities for growth within existing clients and develop new business. Superior communication & presentation skills.  
MARGIN, VOLUME & COMMERCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 
Effectively collaborate with supply chain professionals & customer service  Provide results through deep understanding of customer needs and translating those needs into innovative and sustainable business opportunities.  Deliver against margin objectives. Communicate price quotes that attain 
product line objectives.  Work to maximize sustainable growth and margin for the prospective customers. Collaborates with sales management/leaders/teams to develop overall objectives and growth strategies.   
Required Qualifications
Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree (field of study in Business, Food or related science preferred) Minimum 3 years B2B (ingredient sales preferred) customer facing or sales/service experience.       Driver's License
 
Success Factors
Proven relationship-building skills. Strong listening and communication skills. Strong influencing skills. Project management skills. Personal experience calling on, major consumer food and beverage companies located in South Africa. Strong people agility Ability to effectively represent Amesi from a commercial perspective to customers