Regional Sales Executive

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Company vehicle

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career growth

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Regional Sales Executive to cover the Limpopo region with a hybrid work model from Polokwane. You will drive sales growth, manage key accounts, and expand market penetration by working with distributors and retailers to optimize product placement and performance.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in FMCG sales, a track record of meeting targets, and strong communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of sales experience in FMCG.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing key accounts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts and build strong relationships with distributors and retailers.
• Identify new business opportunities within the region and drive new customer acquisition.
• Provide product knowledge and sales support to the sales team and clients.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to adapt sales strategies accordingly.
• Prepare and present regular sales reports and forecasts to management.

Skills

Sales experience

Key accounts

Negotiation

Presentation skills

FMCG knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading name in the FMCG sector, is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Regional Sales Executive to cover the Limpopo region, operating with a hybrid work model from Polokwane . This role is responsible for driving sales growth, managing key accounts, and expanding market penetration within the assigned territory. You will work closely with distributors and retail partners to ensure optimal product placement and sales performance. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the FMCG market and excels in building lasting business relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts and build strong relationships with distributors and retailers.
• Identify new business opportunities within the region and drive new customer acquisition.
• Provide product knowledge and sales support to the sales team and clients.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to adapt sales strategies accordingly.
• Prepare and present regular sales reports and forecasts to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in sales, specifically within the FMCG industry .
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing key accounts.
• Strong understanding of the FMCG market dynamics in the Limpopo region.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing field sales activities with office-based planning and reporting from Polokwane .

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Travel allowance and potential for company vehicle.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a major FMCG company .
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.