Representative: Sales

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd in Cape Town is seeking a Field Marketer to maintain and grow targets across our informal trade client base. You will ensure floor presence, stock integrity and compelling retail displays while building strong retailer relationships.

Responsibilities include managing stock, processing orders, and driving sales growth by category. The role balances office and field work, requiring 5–7 years of sales experience in FMCG and a relevant sales qualification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Matric and 5-7 years of sales experience.
• Experience in an FMCG environment.
• Relevant Sales Qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Floor walk, Stock management and presentation
• Returns, Administration
• Orders, New business accounts
• Sales growth (by category)
• Communication and interdepartmental synergy, Sales targets
• Crate Control, Cold Calling, Building Displays
• Relationship building internal and external customers, Route Riding

Skills

Sales experience

FMCG industry

Client relationships

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Relationship management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Sense of urgency

Education

Matric

Sales qualification

Job description

About Premier FMCG

Premier FMCG is at the heart of South Africa’s FMCG industry, delivering trusted, iconic brands across our Bakery, Milling, Confectionery, Home & Personal Care and Culinary divisions. We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a high-performance growth culture. We empower our people to strive for excellence ensuring that our products and people make a difference in the everyday lives of our consumers.

Job Purpose

Responsible for maintaining and growing existing targets across client base in the Informal trade.

Key Responsibilities

These are the primary activities through which the role delivers value to the business.

• Floor walk, Stock management and presentation
• Returns, Administration
• Orders, New business accounts
• Sales growth (by category)
• Communication and interdepartmental synergy, Sales targets
• Crate Control, Cold Calling, Buildings Displays
• Relationship building internal and external customers, Route Riding

Experience and Qualifications

• Matric & 5-7 years sales experience
• Experience in an FMCG environment.
• Relevant Sales Qualification - Desirable

Skills and Competencies

To succeed in this role, the following capabilities—both technical and behavioural—are essential. These are drawn from the skills and competencies outlined in the role’s competency-based profile:

• Business procedures, rules and processes
• Competition / competitor activity
• Client / Consumer relationships
• Organisational understanding, Sales Processes, Analytical thinking
• Accuracy / attention to detail, Communication, Decision making
• Assertiveness, Conflict handling & influencing / negotiating
• Proactivity, Interpersonal skills
• Innovation / continuous improvement
• Teamwork, Accountability
• Sense of urgency, Respect & IR

Working Conditions

This role requires the incumbent to operate in the following environments and manage specific physical or operational demands:

• Need to balance office and trade
• Relationship building is imperative
• Flexibility in terms of relevant client location
• Code 08 license
• Field Marketer
• Merchandising experience
• Required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays

Diversity & Inclusion

Premier FMCG is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people living with disabilities. By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act) for recruitment purposes.

Closing Date: 20 November 2026