Sales Representative - FMCG

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Health benefits

Remote-friendly

Sales training

Brand exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Sales Representative to drive growth for leading FMCG products. This remote role lets you manage your territory and relationships with retailers and distributors from anywhere.

You will identify opportunities, build strong client relationships, and push to achieve ambitious sales targets within Richards Bay and beyond. Excellent communication and CRM skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven FMCG sales experience.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet and exceed sales quotas.
• Self-motivated and able to work remotely.
• Familiarity with CRM tools; a valid driver's license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve targets and expand the customer base.
• Identify and prospect new clients, including retailers, wholesalers, and distributors within the territory.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships through regular communication and support.
• Present and sell company products and services to prospective customers, highlighting product features and benefits.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to provide feedback to management.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Negotiation

CRM software

Self-motivation

Driver's license

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a dynamic and motivated Sales Representative to drive sales performance for their leading FMCG products . This is a remote position, allowing you to manage your territory and client relationships from anywhere. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with retailers and distributors, and achieving ambitious sales targets within your assigned region. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills, a deep understanding of the sales process, and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service, contributing significantly to the company's growth objectives in Richards Bay and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve agreed-upon sales targets and expand the customer base.


• Identify and prospect new clients, including retailers, wholesalers, and distributors within the assigned territory.


• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships through regular communication and support.


• Present and sell company products and services to prospective customers, highlighting product features and benefits.


• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to provide feedback to the management team.

Requirements

• Proven sales experience (3+ years), preferably in the FMCG industry .


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales quotas.


• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote setting.


• Familiarity with CRM software and sales techniques; a valid driver's license is beneficial for client visits if needed, though the role is primarily remote.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.


• Flexible remote working arrangements, allowing for autonomy and work-life balance.


• Ongoing sales training and professional development opportunities.


• Opportunity to represent a well-respected brand in the FMCG market .