Sales Representative: Retail - County Fair

Trending Talent Solutions; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Representative to maximize sales opportunities and drive effective strategies in the FMCG sector. This role involves building strong relationships with retail customers, managing product displays, and ensuring excellent after-sales service. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, be self-motivated, and have a solid understanding of the poultry industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, offering a chance to make a significant impact in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• Must have a reliable vehicle with a valid code 8 driver’s license.
• Knowledge of the poultry industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Establishing strong relationships with retail customers.
• Responding to inbound sales inquiries professionally.
• Managing product displays and ensuring optimal shelf availability.

Skills

Sales experience in FMCG sector

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Bilingual (two South African languages)

Self-motivated

Education

Completed Grade 12 qualification

Marketing-related tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Pivot tables in MS Excel

Job description

County Fair, a division of Astral Operations Limited has this opportunity for a Sales Representative at the business unit in Epping, Cape Town.

The purpose of this role is to maximize sales opportunities for all retail accounts and to drive effective sales strategies in line with the objectives of the business.

Qualifications and experience required:

• Completed Grade 12 qualification is essential
• A marketing-related tertiary qualification will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of the poultry industry is advantageous
• Sales experience in the FMCG sector is essential

Other requirements:

• Must have a reliable vehicle with a valid code 8 driver’s license
• Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and MS PowerPoint)
• Must be able to do reporting in pivot tables in MS Excel
• The incumbent will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent administration and problem-solving skills;
• Basic understanding of the 20 Keys concept is essential;
• Must be able to work independently, as well as in a team environment and cope well under pressure;
• It is essential that the successful candidate be self-motivated with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• The incumbent will assist with various other duties and responsibilities within the sales department as required from time to time
• Must be bilingual (two South African languages) in order to converse with our diverse customer base

The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

• Establishing strong relationships with retail customers
• Responding to all inbound sales inquiries in a professional manner
• Interaction with the Liaison Manager for new business opportunities
• Sales administration duties
• Promoting and growing the company brand and products
• Interacting and negotiating products and prices with existing and new clients
• Ensuring that the full range of products are displayed on shelf and that shelf-displays are optimal
• Maintaining a base of customers and ensuring excellent after-sales service
• Attending trade shows and exhibitions as required and plan and manage territory through ethical sales methods
• Gathering market intelligence to improve the company's competitive advantage
• Engaging with merchandising partners (Vector, Daymon and CPG)
• Total On Shelf Availability control
• Ordering of stock to ensure correct product mix at store level
• Shelf Management (layouts and flashers etc)
• Management of the quality of product on shelf
• Maintaining good customer service working relationships
• Ensuring maximum service levels into stores and on shelf
• Servicing internal and external customers effectively
• Communicating out-of-stocks daily with the sales team
• Recording of fridge breakdowns in stores
• Management of product-returns according to the Company’s return policy
• Accountable to drive daily targets set out by the business
• Ensure daily KPI’s are met

Cape Town

Epping

Published Date: 06 May 2025

Closing Date: 20 May 2025