Junior Sales & Market Growth Specialist

Mindmatch Consulting Pty; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

MindMatch Consulting in Durban is seeking a Junior Sales Representative to drive sales by presenting and promoting company products, building strong client relationships, and expanding market share to meet targets. The role requires matric and 1–3 years of sales experience, preferably in FMCG, plus a valid driver's licence and solid computer literacy.

You will manage call schedules, visit clients, conduct market research, support promotional activities, and report weekly sales figures while

Qualifications

• Matric is essential.
• 1–3 years of proven sales experience.
• Valid driver’s licence is compulsory.
• Strong computer literacy with numeracy and technical aptitude.
• Relevant qualification or degree advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage fortnightly call schedules and client visits.
• Classify, segment, and prioritise clients to maximise growth opportunities.
• Conduct market research and maintain up-to-date product and industry knowledge.
• Promote and support promotional activities as per company guidelines.
• Build and grow market share across all product categories.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships to ensure service effectiveness.
• Compile and submit accurate weekly sales and ADAPT reports within set deadlines.
• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities and emerging markets.
• Manage sales administration and reporting processes to company standards.
• Ensure client deliveries and service execution meet company expectations

Skills

Sales experience

Computer literacy

Numeracy

Driver's license

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Matric

Related qualification

Job description

Main purpose of the Job:

This role focuses on driving sales by presenting and promoting company products and services, building strong client relationships, expanding market share, and achieving set targets.

Junior Sales Representative – Durban

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) – essential

• Relevant qualification or degree – advantageous

• 1–3 years of proven sales experience, preferably within FMCG (but not limited to this industry)

• Strong computer literacy with sound numeracy and technical aptitude

• Valid driver’s licence – compulsory

Competencies:

• High drive, energy, and results orientation

• Strong planning, organisational and time management skills

• Accountability and innovative thinking

• Excellent communication and formal presentation skills

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• Strong numeracy skills and technical aptitude

• Detail-oriented and well organised High drive, energy, and results orientation

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage fortnightly call schedules and client visits.

• Classify, segment, and prioritise clients to maximise growth opportunities.

• Conduct market research and maintain up-to-date product and industry knowledge.

• Implement and support promotional activities as per company guidelines.

• Build and grow market share across all product categories.

• Establish and maintain strong client relationships to ensure service effectiveness

• Compile and submit accurate weekly sales and ADAPT reports within set deadlines.

• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities and emerging markets.

• Manage sales administration and reporting processes to company standards.

• Ensure client deliveries and service execution meet company expectations