Role: Sales Agent
Reporting to: Head of Business Development
Background
Solvit is an on-demand asset inspection platform that confirms the existence, condition and value of a vehicle; benefiting insurance companies, banks, microfinance firms, brokers, agents, and most importantly, vehicle owners.
Overall purpose of the job:
Solvit Ltd is undergoing exciting changes as we expand our product offerings. We are looking for qualified candidates to join our rapidly growing valuation company, which is developing a cutting-edge, tech-driven valuations solution.
In this role, you will be responsible for selling our services to:
- Bancassurances
- Microfinances
- SACCOs
- Credit facilities
- Brokerages
You will represent Solvit’s services by deeply understanding the sales process, conducting consumer research, and identifying how our solutions meet client needs.
We seek a quick learner with strong negotiation skills and the ability to present our offerings compellingly. Success in this role requires proactivity, sound decision-making, adaptability, and teamwork to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.
Your specific assignments, objectives, performance expectations, and milestones will be set and reviewed periodically by the Head of Business Development.
Key Responsibilities/Role and Deliverables
The specific duties, responsibilities and objectives towards the Company are set out below:
- Solicit and procure on the company’s behalf valuation and assessment services clients,
- Selling valuation services by meeting the prospects, presenting and demonstrating,
- Onboarding new partnerships,
- Inducing the prospects to use our services, taking instructions and effecting sales,
- Maintaining working relationships with existing clients to ensure exceptional service and identification of potential new sales opportunities;
- Manage sales cycle to close new business in all service categories offered;
- Possess in-depth product knowledge and be able to conduct demos and relay
objection handling;
- Prepare professional, complete, concise and accurate reports, proposals, booking
packages, and other documentation as required for executive-level presentation
- Achieve sales goals by assessing current client needs and following any defined selling process with potential clients.
- Coordinate with other staff members to ensure company quotas and standards are being met.
- Performing market research and regular competitor monitoring;
- Any other tasks assigned to your Supervisor.
Skills and Competencies
• Sales & Business Development: Strong ability to identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities.
• Negotiation Skills: Skilled in negotiating deals and persuading clients to adopt our valuation solutions.
• Customer Relationship Management: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
• Market Research & Analysis: Capable of analyzing market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to develop effective sales strategies.
• Communication & Presentation Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex solutions clearly.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using digital tools, CRM systems, and tech-driven sales platforms.
• Proactive & Goal-Oriented: Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset, capable of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Strong analytical skills to assess challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Adaptability & Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.
• Time Management & Organization: Ability to manage multiple clients, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.
Experience & Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in sales, business development, or client relationship management, preferably in the insurance, banking, or financial services industry.
• Experience working with valuation services, fintech solutions, or B2B sales is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and digital sales platforms.
Interested and qualified candidates to share their CV and application letter to [email protected] indicating the job title on the subject line by/before 24th February 2025.
