Food Technology / Food Science Graduate

Lmp Recruit; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Food Technologist or Food Science Graduate to enhance their sales team. This role demands a dynamic individual with a strong sales background, particularly in the FMCG sector. You will be responsible for planning sales calls, conducting engaging presentations, and building lasting client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence, and the energy to drive service excellence. Join this innovative firm and contribute to their mission of delivering quality food ingredients and solutions while achieving your career goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of Matric; degree in Food Technology is advantageous.
• 3+ years of sales experience, preferably in FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Plan sales calls and build client relationships.
• Conduct demos and analyze market trends.
• Manage sales administration and meet company standards.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Planning and Organizing

Client Relationship Management

Energy to Drive Service Excellence

Emotional Intelligence

Education

Matric

Degree in Food Technology

Job description

Leading manufacturer of food ingredients, spices, and sauces is looking for a qualified Food Technologist or Food Science Graduate to join their sales team.

Minimum qualification: Matric. A degree in Food Technology or an equivalent qualification is advantageous.

Minimum of 3 years sales experience, preferably within FMCG.

Basic cooking ability demonstrations and presentations to clients/customers.

Ability to conduct formal presentations and communicate effectively.

Valid driver’s license and flexibility to travel.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Achievement-focused
• Planning and organizing ability
• Energy to drive service excellence
• Emotional intelligence, integrity, flexibility, resilience, accountability, and innovative thinking

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan sales calls to ensure a value-added approach
• Learn and apply client classifications
• Plan to build market share across all categories
• Drive and achieve volume and budget targets across all Freddy Hirsch categories
• Conduct demos and other ad hoc activities as required
• Build on and research product and industry knowledge
• Work on promotional activities as per guidelines
• Build client relationships and ensure service effectiveness
• Analyze competitor activity and market trends; provide market intelligence feedback
• Submit weekly sales and ADAPT reports by the deadline
• Proactively seek new business and market opportunities
• Manage sales administration and other duties as required
• Ensure deliveries meet company standards where appropriate
• Maintain C-Track in line with company standards
• Monitor stock levels