Field Marketer (Remote Working)

Talented Recruitment; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a skilled sales professional to manage client relationships and oversee stock for a portfolio of accounts in the pharmaceutical sector. This role involves frequent client interactions, achieving sales targets, and ensuring excellent customer service while maintaining effective stock management practices.

Qualifications

• Matric is mandatory; further education in sales or marketing is advantageous.
• Previous sales experience, preferably in pharmaceutical or healthcare.
• Proven ability to manage at least 30 accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships through monthly calls to pharmacies and health stores.
• Meet monthly sales targets and monitor client satisfaction.
• Conduct stock checks, manage replenishments, and ensure timely deliveries.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Proactiveness

Education

Matric

Further education in sales or marketing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The primary focus of this role is to manage client relationships, ensure consistent stock availability, build strong partnerships, and maintain visually appealing product displays.

Requirements : Â

• Matric
• Further education in sales or marketing is advantageous
• Previous experience in a sales role, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Proven ability to manage a client base of 30 or more accounts
• Capable of consistently meeting monthly sales and performance targets
• Proficiency in using MS Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• A self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Duties and responsibilities : Â

• Plan monthly call cycles in order to regularly visit pharmacies, health stores, and boutiques to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Understand clients' needs and preferences, offering tailored product recommendations.
• Achieve sales targets on a monthly basis to ensure revenue objectives for the assigned customer base are achieved.
• Provide excellent customer service by addressing concerns and inquiries promptly.
• Monitor client satisfaction and consistently aim to exceed expectations.
• Contribute appropriately to the new business development revenue target for the wholesale sales team.

Stock Management :

• Conduct stock checks on every visit, ensuring sufficient product levels to meet client demands.
• Place replenishment orders (with client sign-off) accurately and in a timely manner.
• Liaise with the warehouse or distribution team to ensure timely stock delivery.
• Implement effective stock rotation and minimize product expiration risks.

Relationship Building :

• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, focusing on long-term partnerships.
• Identify new business opportunities and potential clients within the assigned territory.
• Communicate new product releases, promotions, and marketing campaigns to clients.
• Conduct product training in client stores for staff.
• Ensure products are displayed in an attractive and organized manner in compliance with company standards.
• Implement planograms and guidelines provided by the team.
• Train clients' staff on proper product merchandising techniques.