Field Sales Representative - FMCG

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base + commission

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Travel allowance

Sales training

Brand representation

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Field Sales Representative to join an FMCG sales team serving the Kimberley region. You will build strong relationships with retail managers, drive sales, and ensure product placement and visibility in stores.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in field sales, a high school diploma (Business/Marketing degree advantageous), and a valid driver’s license with a reliable vehicle. Compensation includes a competitive base salary with commission, medical aid, retirement fund, travel

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of field sales experience in FMCG.
• Proven ability to meet sales targets and grow business.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets within the assigned territory.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with retail store managers and staff.
• Ensure effective product placement, merchandising, and stock availability at retail outlets.
• Promote new products and promotional campaigns to drive sales and customer engagement.
• Gather market intelligence on competitor activities and customer feedback.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Sales excellence

Retail relationship management

Negotiation skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Business or Marketing degree advantageous

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and motivated Field Sales Representative to join their dynamic FMCG sales team covering the Kimberley region. This role is crucial for building strong relationships with retail customers, driving sales of our client's diverse product portfolio, and ensuring optimal product placement and visibility in stores. You will be responsible for managing a sales territory, achieving sales targets, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate is a proactive individual with a passion for sales, a strong understanding of the FMCG market, and excellent communication and negotiation skills to effectively represent our client's brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets within the assigned territory.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with retail store managers and staff.
• Ensure effective product placement, merchandising, and stock availability at retail outlets.
• Promote new products and promotional campaigns to drive sales and customer engagement.
• Gather market intelligence on competitor activities and customer feedback.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to ensure customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Business or Marketing is advantageous.
• 2-4 years of experience in field sales, preferably within the FMCG industry .
• Proven ability to meet sales targets and drive business growth.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle for territory travel.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Travel allowance and reimbursement for business expenses.
• Extensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to represent well-known FMCG brands in a growing market.