Sales Representative (Durban South)

Smollan; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company seeks a Sales Representative in Durban to drive market expansion by acquiring and managing retail partnerships. The role requires 2–3 years of sales experience, exceptional communication skills, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates must have a diploma and strong negotiation and leadership skills. This position demands proactive problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will contribute significantly to achieving sales targets and maintaining high standards of customer service.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of sales experience in an FMCG environment.
• Compulsory ownership of a reliable vehicle and valid Driver’s License.
• Foundational knowledge of Industrial Relations principles.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and onboard new retail partners.
• Plan and execute promotional activities to achieve sales targets.
• Serve as primary contact for retail partners.

Skills

Sales experience

Exceptional Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Leadership Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Education

Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 5 minimum)

Job description

Job title : Sales Representative (Durban South)

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline : December 28, 2025

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Description

We are seeking a Sales Representative to drive market expansion, focusing heavily on acquiring and managing high-value retail partnerships.

Key Focus Areas

• Retail Partner Acquisition (Top Priority) : Proactively identify, negotiate, and onboard new retail partners to significantly expand distribution and market reach.
• Sales & Promotional Management : Plan, execute, and report on all promotional activities to achieve and exceed Point‑of‑Purchase (POP) objectives and sales targets.
• Operational Excellence & Technology : Ensure seamless operational execution within partner channels and manage key in‑store technologies.
• Stakeholder & Communication Management : Serve as the primary point of contact for retail partners and manage communication with all relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Customer Service Oversight : Maintain high standards of customer service quality within the retail network.

Requirements

Mandatory Requirements (What You'll Need) :

• Experience : 2–3 years of sales experience in a Fast‑Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) environment, ideally at a supervisory or managerial level.
• Education : Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 5 minimum).
• Mobility (CRITICAL) : MANDATORY compulsory ownership of a reliable vehicle / car and a valid Driver’s License (Code 8 / B).
• Communication & Selling : Exceptional Communication Skills (verbal and written) and persuasive Selling Skills.
• Leadership & Organization : Proven Leadership Skills and expert Organising Skills.
• Business Acumen : Strong Business Acumen, Analytical Skills, and effective Decision Making.
• Negotiation : Highly developed Negotiation Skills essential for retail partner acquisition.
• Initiative : Effective Problem‑Solving capabilities and Pro‑active Thinking.
• Attention to Detail : Excellent Attention to Detail and high level of Computer Literacy.
• Regulatory : Foundational knowledge of Industrial Relations principles.
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