Sales Representative - Food Services Industry

Status; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Representative to join their team in the food services sector. This role requires at least 2 years of experience in sales, particularly within the hospitality industry, along with established relationships with suppliers. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation and presentation skills, and proficiency in MS Office Suite is essential. You will be responsible for engaging with customers, negotiating orders, and building lasting relationships to drive sales growth. If you are ready to make an impact and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of sales experience in the food service/hospitality industry.
• Established relationships with suppliers in Gauteng hospitality trade.

Responsibilities

• Call on food service and hospitality customers daily according to a set route.
• Negotiate and implement orders as required by customers.
• Build and maintain relationships with current customers.

Skills

Sales Experience

B2B Sales

Time Management

Customer Service

Cold Calling

Retail Sales

Territory Management

Upselling

Product Demos

Outside Sales

Medicare

Negotiation

Education

Hospitality or Chef training

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Our client in Gauteng is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Representative to join their team in the food services industry. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of sales experience within the food service or hospitality sector and established relationships with suppliers in the Gauteng hospitality trade. A background in hospitality or chef training is advantageous as well as proficiency in MS Office Suite. The role requires a reliable and presentable mode of transport along with a laptop and cell phone. Strong sales negotiation and presentation skills are essential as well as contactable references. If you meet these criteria and are ready to make an impact we encourage you to apply!

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Permanent

SECTOR:

FMCG / Factory

START DATE:

A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 2 years of sales experience in the food service / hospitality industry (NONNEGOTIABLE)
• Established relationships with suppliers in the Gauteng hospitality trade
• Hospitality or Chef training is an advantage
• Proficient in MS Office Suite particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Own reliable and presentable transport
• Must have a laptop and cell phone
• Strong sales negotiation and presentation skills

DUTIES:

• Call on food service and hospitality customers on a daily basis according to a set route list
• Negotiate and implement orders as required by customers
• Cold calling to build the established customer base
• Completion of daily feedback
• Build and maintain relationships with current customers
• Achieve predetermined targets and grow sales in designated market
• Anything required to promote company and its products and ambitions

HOURS:

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 16:30

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at www.statusstaffing today.

Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills:

Sales Experience, B2B Sales, Time Management, Customer Service, Cold Calling, Retail Sales, Territory Management, Upselling, Product Demos, Outside Sales, Medicare, Negotiation