Field Sales Representative - Johannesburg

Paqueta Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dynamic Field Sales Representative in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate should possess strong FMCG experience, have a proven sales track record, and be passionate about generating new business. Responsibilities include managing accounts, merchandising products, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be SA citizens. This role offers the chance to work in a thriving sales environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of industry experience in FMCG or retail.
• Must have own vehicle and valid driver's license.
• Must be Criminal Clear.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business and grow existing accounts.
• Service existing accounts and establish new ones.
• Plan and organize daily work schedule for sales.
• Monitor competition and gather market information.
• Resolve customer complaints effectively.
• Maintain records on area and customer sales.

Skills

Time management

Ability to motivate a team

Customer service

Closing skills

Territory management

Prospecting skills

Negotiation

Self-confidence

Product knowledge

Presentation skills

Client relationships

Motivation for sales

Education

Matric

University degree / diploma in sales

Job description

SUMMARY :

Calling all Sales Reps with FMCG experience in Johannesburg

POSITION INFO :

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Field Sales Representative with proven experience in FMCG sales to join our fast-growing team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for generating new business and growing existing accounts by calling on leading retail stores such as Spar, Pick n Pay, Shoprite, and others .

This is a hunter role – ideal for someone passionate about sales, hungry for success, and results-driven.

Job Responsibilities :

• Service existing accounts, obtains orders, and establishes new accounts by planning and organizing daily work schedule to call on existing or potential sales outlets and other trade factors.
• Merchandising and display of products in such a way that stimulates interest and entices customers to make a purchase.
• Adjust content of sales presentations by studying the type of sales outlet or trade factor.
• Focus sales efforts by studying existing and potential volume of dealers.
• Submits orders by referring to price lists and product literature.
• Keep management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as daily call reports, weekly work plans, and monthly and annual territory analyses.
• Monitor competition by gathering current marketplace information on pricing, products, new products, delivery schedules, and merchandising techniques.
• Recommend changes in products, service, and policy by evaluating results and competitive developments.
• Resolve customer complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions, preparing reports, and making recommendations to management.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Provide historical records by maintaining records on area and customer sales.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Qualifications / Skills :

Time management

Ability to motivate a team

Customer service

Closing skills

Territory management

Prospecting skills

Negotiation

Self-confidence

Product knowledge

Presentation skills

Client relationships

Motivation for sales

Requirements :

Matric as a minimum, University degree / diploma in sales

Two to five years of industry experience

Experience in FMCG & retail

Management of staff

Own vehicle and valid driver''''s license

Must be Criminal Clear

SA Citizens only

If you are a passionate and ambitious sales professional looking for a new challenge in a growing industry, we’d love to hear from you.