Sales Manager

**About Porla**

Porla is the Regional Distributor for Nordaq Water Filtration Systems. Nordaq is the sustainable solution for premium water, used by many of the world’s top chefs and sommeliers. This Swedish solution makes water taste like water, and everything else tastes as intended. The Nordaq filtration system is an environmentally sustainable, cost-effective alternative to single-use water products. Water is filtered and bottled in reusable glass bottles on-site, eliminating transportation. Today, Nordaq’s premium water is offered in restaurants and hotels in over 32 countries.

Since launching Nordaq in Singapore in 2016, the company has quickly established a strong foothold among high-end restaurants across the region, including Odette, Gaggan Anand, Tippling Club, Zén by Frantzén, Nouri, Artemis Grill and JAAN. In addition, Nordaq is served in a range of casual establishments like Le Bon Funk, Esquina and Providore.

The system is also the perfect sustainable water solution for hotels with Raffles Hotel (SG), Mandarin Oriental The Landmark (HK), Grand Hyatt (SG), Four Seasons (SG & HK), Capella Hotel (SG), and The Warehouse Hotel (SG) all currently serving Nordaq as their preferred and sustainable water solution in their properties, to mention some Asian customers only.

Porla currently has offices in Singapore, Hong Kong and Bangkok. We’re a small company offering flexible working hours and location.

We are looking for a Sales Manager in Singapore.

**What you'll do**:

- Sell Nordaq’s unique and sustainable water systems to high-end restaurants and hotels.
- Actively search, contact, and visit restaurants and hotels.
- Build a healthy sales pipeline to retain and grow the business with clients ranging from top hotels to restaurants.
- Consistently meet and exceed individual sales targets and other defined KPIs.
- Educate/Train customers so they can create a greater dining experience for their guests.
- Manage installations for new clients and service requests from existing customers.
- Understand and evaluate customer needs to identify opportunities for Nordaq.
- Represent Nordaq at food festivals, networking events other relevant events.
- Maintain relationships with clients including training and support, coordinating service jobs, and selling accessories.
- Obtain a good understanding of the technical aspects of the system to be able to carry out training, basic troubleshooting, and oversee service.

**Requirements**:

- 5+ years of experience in F&B sales (distribution, restaurants and Hotels), client-facing roles.
- Having an existing network in the hotel & restaurant industry is an advantage.
- Proficiency in English (written & spoken).
- Proficiency in other languages such as Mandarin is an advantage.
- Highly customer-oriented with strong interpersonal & communication skills.
- Systematic and independent way of working combined with a strong “can do” attitude.
- Willing to learn and self-educate about all aspects relating to the job.
- Proven track record of negotiating and closing large deals and with that exceeding sales targets.
- Experience with CRM systems like Insightly and Pipedrive is a plus.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Salary is negotiable and based on experience.

Only Singaporeans & PRs will be considered at this moment.

We’re looking to fill this position ASAP.

**Salary**: $4,500.00 - $6,500.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Professional development

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Experience**:

- Sales: 5 years (required)