Field Sales Executive

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commissions & bonuses

Car allowance

Fuel reimbursement

Sales training

Brand representation in FMCG

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Field Sales Executive to drive FMCG sales through retail visits and strong relationships with store managers in the Mahikeng region.

You will promote product lines, manage orders, ensure optimal placement and visibility, and travel within the territory to hit targets. The ideal candidate is energetic with excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, and can work independently with a reliable vehicle and driver's license.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Field Sales Executive or similar in FMCG.
• Strong understanding of sales principles and CRM.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and meet targets.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for travel.
• Resilient and proactive in selling.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage with existing and potential retail clients to promote FMCG products.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets through effective sales techniques and customer engagement.
• Ensure consistent product availability and optimal merchandising in retail outlets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store managers and staff.
• Identify new sales opportunities and expand the customer base within the territory.
• Provide feedback to management on market trends and customer needs.

Skills

Field sales experience

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Time management

Independent work

CRM understanding

Relationship building

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Field Sales Executive to drive sales and build strong relationships with retailers in the Mahikeng region. This position is crucial for expanding the market presence of our client's FMCG products. You will be responsible for visiting retail outlets, presenting product lines, managing orders, and ensuring optimal product placement and visibility. The ideal candidate is energetic, possesses excellent communication and negotiation skills, and thrives in a role that involves significant travel within the assigned territory, directly contributing to sales targets and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively engage with existing and potential retail clients to promote FMCG products.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets through effective sales techniques and customer engagement.
• Ensure consistent product availability and optimal merchandising in retail outlets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with store managers and staff.
• Identify new sales opportunities and expand the customer base within the territory.
• Provide feedback to management on market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Field Sales Executive or similar sales role, preferably in FMCG.
• Strong understanding of sales principles and customer relationship management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet sales goals.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle for travel.
• Resilience and a proactive approach to sales challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with generous commission and bonus potential.
• Car allowance and fuel reimbursement for business travel.
• Comprehensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to represent a leading brand in the FMCG market.
• Be part of a supportive and results-driven sales team in Mahikeng.