Sales Representative

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education (essential):

• National Senior Certificate
• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field

Minimum applicable experience (years):

• 5+ years relevant sales experience

Required nature of experience:

• Exposure to the FMCG or food manufacturing industry
• B2B Sales
• B2C Sales
• Customer Relationship Management
• Sales Forecasting
• Key Account Management

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

• Microsoft Office Suite
• CRM Systems
• Strong professional sales and negotiation experience

Other:

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English
• Own vehicle and valid drivers licence
• PDP licence advantageous
• Willingness to work additional hours, public holidays, and weekends when required.

• Drive sales growth by proactively sourcing and engaging new clients through calls, meetings, and digital communication.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing support on order queries, delivery updates, lead times, MOQs, and product recommendations.
• Continuously engage with the Sales Operations Manager to align client expectations with operational capabilities.
• Identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities across targeted sales channels.
• Promote the brand through in-store tastings, promotional events, and regional activations to increase product visibility and sales.
• Represent the company at product launches and promotional events as a brand ambassador.

• Compile and submit accurate weekly and monthly sales forecasts to management and the sales team.
• Monitor and communicate sales routes and schedules through daily coordination with internal teams.
• Report monthly sales performance and client insights to Exco and Finance to support strategic decision-making.
• Participate in weekly sales meetings to review targets, progress, and alignment with company objectives.
• Manage product sample logistics, including deliveries and client follow-ups to ensure satisfaction and feedback.

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