Givaudan is the global leader in the creation of fragrances and flavours. In close collaboration with food, beverage, consumer product and fragrance partners, Givaudan develops tastes and scents that delight consumers the world over. With a passion to understand consumers’ preferences and a relentless drive to innovate, Givaudan is at the forefront of creating fragrances and flavours that ‘engage your senses’. The company achieved sales of CHF 4.4 billion in 2014. Headquartered in Switzerland with local presence in 88 locations, the company has 9,704 employees worldwide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales Assistant

Requisition ID: 65494
Location: Lagos


Your Future Position
As a member of the Nigeria Office Team you will be responsible for secretarial and sales co ordination.
Sales Co ordination:
You will be responsible for preparing monthly sales reports.
You will update project information on CRM. You will phone clients on a weekly basis.
You will confirm orders with Logistics Department. You will liaise on ensuring minimum stock levels are maintained.
You will assist in planning and coordinating customer visits.
You will process customer complaints forms and co ordinate.
You will type price quotes and send to customers via email or fax.
You will monitor customer and product price increases.
Ensure that Finance are given a list of all products on which increases are required, their current price and quantities and any new wins where price increases are due. You will prepare innovation and customer presentations.
You will action debit/credit notes when required.

Management of Sample Department:
You will return finished products or samples to sales.
You will request flavour samples from units for customer briefs.
You will dispatch all samples together with required documentation.
You will make copies of all sample sheets issued and file in customers file.

Secretarial:
You will arrange accommodation, car and foreign exchange when required. You will from time to time relieve on switchboard.
You will assist in induction of new employees. You will complete attendance registers on a weekly basis. You will confirm orders with suppliers.
You will ensure implementation of the safety system and ongoing adherence to all legislation relevant to Health and Safety.
You will participate in flavour training and tasting sessions. You will ensure the smooth running of the department during Managers absence.

You?
Are you someone who wants to gow and shape your own world?
Who thrives in a culture where you can express yourself in a creative team environment?
Who wants to collaborate together with teams who are as passionate as you are? Then come join us - and impact your world.

Your professional profile includes:
Grade 12 or equivalent
Minimum 2-5 years experience in sales and/or customer relations
Good communication skills
A thorough understanding of the company's business and divisional objectives and customers priority
Good computer skills and accuracy
SAP knowledge
Ability to work under pressure


Application Closing Date: Not Specified.

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