Sales Representative - Fixed Term Contract

Tiger Consumer Brands Ltd.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 230,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands is seeking a data analyst to support the Sales team through data analysis, collating feedback and delivering insights that drive informed decision making. You will be a functional expert on all external and internal databases, systems and tools used for evaluating and predicting sales trends and creating reports to support promotional strategies.

In this role, you will analyze past sales data, study market trends, and present findings to Customer managers and directors.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience in data analysis or sales analytics.
• Proficient with sales software and customer data tools (Smart Shopper, Dunnhumby, Nielsen, Shoprite B2B, Spar Insights, MicroStrategy, DataOrbis).
• Knowledge of the retail industry.
• Advanced MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Collect data from sales reports for analysis.
• Develop methods for assessing large data sets.
• Identify trends in past sales data to inform strategies.
• Examine company budget.
• Research competitive market.
• Study shopper purchase trends.
• Use sales prediction software to forecast trends.
• Create and present sales evaluation reports to managers.
• Suggest adjustments to promotional strategies to improve profitability.
• Assist in budget and marketing changes and evaluate results.
• Lead informational sessions on sales trends and marketing strategies.
• Contribute to company restructuring reporting.

Skills

Data analysis

Sales software

Excel

Tools

Smart Shopper

Dunnhumby

Nielsens

Shoprite B2B

Spar Insights

MicroStrategy

DataOrbis

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

You provide support to Sales team through data analysis, collating feedback and providing insights that enable effective decision making. You are a functional expert on all external and internal databases, systems and tools. You are responsible for evaluating and predicting sales trends in order to help promotional strategies using sales prediction software, drawing up detailed sales reports, and making informed suggestions for how to improve company profitability.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Collect data from sales reports for analysis
• Develop methods and strategies for assessing large amounts of data.
• Closely study past sales data to determine trends in productivity.
• Examine company budget.
• Conduct research into competitive companies and the surrounding market.
• Study shopping and purchase trends of consumer base and target demographic.
• Use sales prediction software to determine future trends.
• Create sales evaluation reports based on collected data.
• Present sales reports to Customer managers, Customer Directors, and/or MDs.
• Suggest adjustments and revisions to promotional strategies to improve sales and profitability.
• Provide suggestions for budget rearrangement and re-allocation of funds to save money.
• Attend and participates in sales strategy meetings.
• Lead informational sessions for staff to explain sales trends and new marketing strategies.
• Assist in implementing budget and marketing changes and evaluates results.
• Draw up reports of improvements or lack thereof in the wake of company restructuring.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• 1 – 3 years’ experience
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of sales software and customer data tools (Smart Shopper, Dunhumby, Nielsens, Shoprite B2B, Spar Insights, MicroStrategy, DataOrbis)
• Possess knowledge of the retail industry.
• Exhibit ability to use Microsoft Word, Advanced Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Speak confidently and articulately in front of a group.”"

NB This is a 4 Months contract

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

Tiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow. Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together. We aim to Ignite Your Career, Grow our brands and our business. If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play.

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