Sales Representative

University of Fort Hare; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Gauteng is seeking a Sales Representative with a strong background in FMCG sales. The role involves overseeing commercial store operations, ensuring adherence to sales procedures, and liaising with both internal and external customers. Candidates should possess a relevant tertiary qualification and extensive sales experience, particularly in FMCG, with a proven sales track record.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years solid sales experience.
• FMCG experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operation of commercial stores.
• Monitor monthly sales growth and implement strategic initiatives.
• Manage and coach merchandisers.

Skills

Sales Experience

Negotiating skills

Computer Skills

Customer Service

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

R 200000 - R 246000 Annually Basic Salary (Market related, Negotiable)

Our client based in Gauteng is seeking a Sales Representative to join their team. The ideal candidate would be responsible for covering West Rand, Sandton and Midrand areas.

Applicants will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the operation of allocated commercial stores.
• Evaluate and promote better services to customers where required.
• Control and monitoring of companies Fixtures.
• Monitoring of stores monthly sales and growth in accordance with company targets. Implement strategic initiatives as required by the Line Manager.
• Ensure that all listed products are ordered and displayed in applicable stores. Responsible for ordering and follow-up of all Seasonal and Everyday stock.
• Evaluate and analyse allocated stores monthly sales and growth in accordance with SAG monthly targets.
• Implement store disciplines as stipulated in companies Show file.
• Adhere to and implement company’s procedures as stipulated in the company’s Procedure manual.

Liaising with internal and external customers:

• Ensure that general correspondence is adhered to as outlined by the Line Manager. Assist in the annual stock take in all stores if and when required.
• Address complaints and resolve problems within all stores as required.
• Advise line manager of concerns relating to the operational issues and general correspondence.

Managing of Merchandisers:

• Responsible for coaching merchandisers, planning, assigning, and directing work disciplining merchandisers; addressing complaints and resolving problems – all in conjunction with the Line manager.
• Ensure that staff adhere to all company’s procedures and requirements as specified in the company’s Sales procedure manual and Show file.
• Incumbent to perform other duties as may be required from time to time

Interested applicants must have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• At least 5 years Solid Sales Experience
• FMCG
• Valid driver's licence
• Sales experience with a proven sales track record is an advantage
• Computer Skills in word and Excel
• Cell phone
• Neat and presentable
• Well-spoken with negotiating skills

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.