Field Sales Representative - FMCG

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission structure

Travel allowance

Fuel reimbursement

Medical aid

Pension fund

Generous annual leave

Sales training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Sales Representative to cover the Paarl, Western Cape region. This on-the-ground role involves promoting FMCG products to retailers, building strong customer relationships, and driving sales in a dynamic market.

The ideal candidate will be energetic, with excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a willingness to travel extensively within Paarl and surrounding areas, while maintaining effective administrative duties from a home office or touchpoint.

Qualifications

• Proven field sales experience in FMCG/retail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated with a target-driven mindset.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Paarl region.
• Residency or relocation to Paarl, Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell FMCG products to retailers in Paarl.
• Build and maintain relationships with store owners and managers.
• Meet and exceed sales targets and expand customer base.
• Identify new business opportunities and optimize product placement.
• Process orders accurately and report market feedback.

Skills

Field sales experience

Retail relations

Negotiation

Communication

Self-motivated

Valid driver’s license

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished company within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is seeking a motivated and results-oriented Field Sales Representative to cover the **Paarl, Western Cape** region. This role is crucial for driving sales, building relationships with retailers, and expanding product distribution within your assigned territory. The ideal candidate will be energetic, possess excellent communication skills, and have a passion for sales within the FMCG market. This is an on-the-ground role, requiring regular travel within the **Paarl** area and surrounding towns, with administrative tasks managed from a home office or designated company touchpoint.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell the company's range of FMCG products to retail outlets within the assigned territory.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships with store owners and managers.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and objectives on a consistent basis.
• Identify opportunities for new business development and expand customer base.
• Ensure optimal product placement and visibility on store shelves.
• Provide product information, promotional materials, and merchandising support to customers.
• Monitor competitor activities and market trends within the territory.
• Process orders accurately and efficiently.
• Report regularly on sales activities, customer feedback, and market conditions.
• Maintain a professional image and uphold the company's brand values.

Requirements

• Proven experience in field sales, preferably within the FMCG or retail sector.
• Strong understanding of sales principles and customer relationship management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven attitude.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are essential.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the **Paarl** region and surrounding areas.
• Basic understanding of merchandising and point-of-sale strategies.
• Good organizational skills and ability to maintain sales records.
• Residency in or willingness to relocate to the **Paarl, Western Cape**, vicinity.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus attractive commission structure.
• Performance incentives and bonuses.
• Travel allowance and fuel reimbursement.
• Comprehensive medical aid plan.
• Pension fund contribution.
• Generous annual leave.
• Extensive sales training and product knowledge development.
• Opportunity to grow within a reputable FMCG company.
• Direct impact on sales performance in the **Paarl** region.