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Wessel Van Vuuren
Retired
Port Elizabeth
Summary
I have 31 years Sales experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry, being a Sale Representative for 6 Years and a Regional Sales Manager for 25 years based in Bloemfontein, Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. I have recruited several successful Sales Representatives over the years who has achieved Rep of the year awards and are still in the industry. I do like working with people and my strong point is people skills.
I believe that Product knowledge is crucial and honesty and hard work adds up to be a successful sales person. I have a very good track record throughout my career but we have to retire at the age of 62.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Coastal Regional Sales Manager
Bayer Pharmaceuticals
Cape Town and Port Elizabeth
03.1992 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with senior executives to evaluate performance in regional area and develop strategies to expand revenue generation.
- Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
- Finalized sales contracts with high-value customers.
- Executed successful promotional events and trade shows.
Education
Diploma Sales Management - Sales Management
06.1997 - 12.1997
Skills
People Skills
Sales initiatives and techniques
Business development and planning
Tactical planning
Strategy development
Accomplishments
- Recruited and developed 12 new sales professionals.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
CPSP - Certified Professional Sales Person
Interests
Motorcycling
I am a member of Oddyseus Motorcycle club in Port Elizabeth, who is a family orientated motorcycle club with sober habits.
Timeline
Cradock High School - Diploma Sales Management, Sales Management
06.1997 - 12.1997
Coastal Regional Sales Manager - Bayer Pharmaceuticals
03.1992 - 12.2022