Business Development Representative - Watloo Depot

AB InBev Africa; Athol (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SAB is seeking a field sales professional to drive growth in volume and market share within assigned regions. You will supervise distributors, ensure product availability, and ensure chillers are properly placed for Coca-Cola products in key outlets.

The role requires a 3-year degree, at least 2 years in FMCG sales, a Code 8 license, and strong administrative skills. Local area knowledge is essential for success in this market.

Qualifications

• 3-year degree qualification.
• At least 2 years' experience in sales/marketing/FMCG environment.
• Valid unendorsed Code 8 drivers' license.
• Basic computer literacy and experienced working with Microsoft Office.
• Local area knowledge is a requirement.
• Excellent administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets for assigned areas.
• Manage and supervise Distributors of assigned sector (order, payment, re-distribution).
• Ensure IB products are available in reasonable stock (complete range) in the customers and retail outlets.
• Ensure chiller are properly placed in the performing outlet and used exclusively for IBPLC products in the assigned sector.
• Monitor the recommended price of our product at sales outlets.
• Closely monitor actions of the competition.

Skills

Excellent administration skills

Local area knowledge

Basic computer literacy

Education

3-year degree qualification

Job description

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

The key purpose of this role is to work towards achieving growth in volumes sold growth in market share and increased competitiveness through providing market driven differentiated service that builds sustainable competitiveness within clearly identified segments.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Achieve sales targets for assigned areas
• Manage and supervise Distributors of assigned sector (order, payment, re-distribution)
• Ensure IB products are available in reasonable stock (complete range) in the customers and retail outlets
• Ensure chiller are properly placed in the performing outlet and used exclusively for IBPLC products in the assigned sector
• Monitor the recommended price of our product at sales outlets
• Closely monitor actions of the competition
  

Minimum Requirements:

• 3-year degree qualification
• At least 2 years' experience in sales/marketing/FMCG environment
• Valid unendorsed Code 8 drivers' license
• Basic computer literacy and experiencing working with Microsoft Office
• Local area knowledge is a requirement
• Excellent administration skills
  

Additional Information:

• Band: X
  

SAB is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in-line with SAB employment equity plan and talent requirements.