SALES REPRESENTATIVE - OUTBOUND

Econofoods; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in South Africa is seeking a dynamic Sales Representative passionate about customer service and sales growth. This role focuses on the informal market, requiring skills in relationship management and market analysis. Responsibilities include developing client relationships, driving sales strategies, and promoting food products effectively. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment that embraces continuous growth and learning, aiming to meet and exceed sales targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, preferably in the food industry.
• Ability to build robust relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Drive sales growth in the informal market.
• Conduct market analysis and stay informed on trends.
• Promote food products to potential clients.
• Meet and exceed sales targets.
• Demonstrate products to customers.

Skills

Customer service

Sales strategies

Market analysis

Relationship management

Job description

We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, collaborating with a diverse team, and embracing continuous learning and growth, EconoFoods could be the perfect fit for you. Join us in our mission to provide quality products, value, and service to our customers, every single day.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

We are in search of a highly motivated Sales Representative with a background in the food industry, particularly within the informal market sector, to join our dynamic team in South Africa. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining existing customer relationships, identifying new markets, and driving sales growth in the informal market space.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Maintain Client Relationships: Build robust relationships with clients within the informal market segment to understand their needs and preferences.
• Sales and Business Development: Drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and implementing effective sales strategies tailored to the informal market.
• Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and consumer behaviour within the informal market.
• Product Promotion: Effectively promote our food products to potential clients in the informal market through product demonstrations and presentations.
• Achieve Sales Targets: Meet and exceed sales targets by effectively managing sales pipelines and converting leads into sales through a relationship-based approach.
• Demonstrate Products: Showcase products to existing and potential customers, assisting them in selecting those best suited to their needs.
• Establish and Maintain Business Relationships: Develop and maintain business relationships with current and prospective customers to generate new business for EconoFoods products.
• Reporting: Supply management with oral and written reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
• Market Awareness: Keep up to date with new products, market conditions, advertising, and promotional trends through the reading of relevant literature and consulting with the marketing department.