The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the performance criteria is detailed below. |
Key elements of a sales strategy may include: | promotional activitiessales techniquesterritory managementrapport buildingproduct knowledgeadministration procedures and requirementstime managementnegotiation skills. |
Products and services may be grouped by: | brandmerchandise classificationcategoryrangecustomer. |
Sales strategy may vary according to: | product or servicemerchandising and sales strategydiscount periods, e.g. annual salepromotional strategies and their duration, cycle, territory coverage and product or service focus. |
Joint business sales strategies will vary based on: | product, range, line, or category performance requirementsobjectives such as those for price, profit, brand share, market share. |
Relevant information may include: | current performance datasales and contractsforecasted trends and opportunitiesavailable resource commitments and capacity. |
Planning and analysis activities for a specific market may include consideration of: | locationproduct and service mixpackaging or presentationquality factors (time, cost, variations)accesscontinuity. |
Relevant people may include: | internal or external consultantsemployeessupervisorsrelevant managers. |
Business goals and outcomes may include: | key performance indicatorsstrategic objectivespricemarket and sales indicatorsbrand valuequality standards and criteriaperformance benchmarksmilestones. |