Field Sales Representative, FMCG

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; Vor Ort; ZAR 180.000 - 240.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Travel allowance & fuel reimbursement

Company mobile phone

Career advancement

Sales training & product knowledge

Annual leave & statutory benefits

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Field Sales Representative to cover Upington and the Northern Cape. You will establish strong retailer relationships, promote FMCG products, negotiate terms, and implement sales strategies to meet targets.

The role offers a competitive base salary with a generous commission structure, travel allowance, a company mobile phone, and ongoing product training. Reside in Upington or be willing to relocate.

Qualifikationen

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent; a tertiary qualification in sales or marketing is advantageous.
• 2–3 years of field sales experience, preferably FMCG.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Own vehicle and valid driver’s license; willingness to travel in Upington area.
• Reside in or willing to relocate to Upington area.
• Basic computer literacy including mobile sales apps.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet targets in Upington and nearby areas.
• Build long-lasting relationships with retailers, wholesalers, and distributors.
• Promote FMCG products, highlighting features and benefits.
• Visit stores regularly to ensure stock, shelf placement, and displays.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand the customer base.
• Negotiate terms and agreements with clients.
• Deliver excellent customer service and resolve inquiries promptly.
• Gather market intelligence on competitors and pricing.
• Submit sales reports, forecasts, and expense reports.
• Ensure adherence to sales policies and procedures.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Ausbildung

Matriculation

Sales/Marketing degree

Tools

Mobile sales apps

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading name in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is actively recruiting a motivated and results-driven Field Sales Representative to cover the Upington, Northern Cape region. This role is essential for building and maintaining strong relationships with retail clients, driving product sales, and ensuring optimal brand visibility within assigned territories. You will be responsible for presenting our client's product range, negotiating sales agreements, and implementing effective sales strategies to meet and exceed targets. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a solid understanding of sales principles, and a passion for the FMCG market. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your sales career within a reputable company, with significant potential for growth and earning through a competitive commission structure. Join our client and become a key player in their sales success in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute effective sales strategies to achieve sales targets in the assigned territory of Upington and surrounding areas.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with retail customers, wholesalers, and distributors.
• Promote and sell the company's range of FMCG products, highlighting key features and benefits.
• Conduct regular store visits to ensure product availability, optimal shelf placement, and visual merchandising standards.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand the customer base within the territory.
• Negotiate sales terms and agreements with clients.
• Provide excellent customer service and address any client inquiries or issues promptly.
• Gather market intelligence on competitor activities, pricing, and customer feedback.
• Prepare and submit regular sales reports, forecasts, and expense reports.
• Ensure compliance with company sales policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent; a tertiary qualification in sales or marketing is advantageous.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in field sales, preferably within the FMCG industry .
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of sales techniques and customer relationship management.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a field-based role.
• Valid driver's license and reliable access to a vehicle.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the Upington, Northern Cape area.
• Enthusiasm for the FMCG sector and a customer-centric approach.
• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency with mobile sales applications.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary with attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Travel allowance and fuel reimbursement.
• Provision of a company mobile phone.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the sales department.
• Comprehensive sales training and product knowledge development.
• Supportive sales management team.
• Annual leave and other statutory benefits.