Job Analysis is the act of putting together the details of a particular job. The analysis is not limited to job description alone. The Analysis includes all relevant training, disciplinary actions , selection process, performance and employing the correct person for a job. Therefore, as the company moves forward with this integration and merger of the two companies, new job descriptions will form as a result on the focus on sales. Rather than placing current and or new employees into open positions, I will conduct a job analysis which will help place the correct people in their correct position based on education, skills and experience.
Job Analysis
The areas that I will focus and place great importance are the following.
• Job functions: Direct sales performance and functions as base which is outlines with specifics assignments in relation to sales. Included will be the skill set needed, expectations, difficulty, performance and disciplinary actions and standards.
• Environment: The work environment will not be limited to the home office, travel is required up to 50% and overnight travel as well. Constant interaction wih many different sales team from all over the world. Training will be provided. Sales world is very challenging and incumbent may come across some strong minded individuals.
• Vehicle: Will not be provided however gas and mileage will be reimbursed at local rate.
• Interaction: Incumbent will report to a sales manager and work with a sales team .Incumbent will work with both internal and external customers. Working well under pressure. Safety.
• Education and Skill set: Bachelors degree in sales plus two years experience in local sales and two years in global sales. Replacement of education can be accepted in seven years experience in local sales, two years in government sales and seven years in global sales. The ability to use sales booking system. Team oriented. Organization. Proficient in word, PowerPoint and Visio.
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