FMCG/ Packaging Sales Rep

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

FMCG/ Packaging Sales Rep, Pomona Kempton Park, R18 000 + Commission.

• Grade 12
• Min 3 years exp in PACKAGING Industry
• Must have Marketing Background
• Knowledge of Trade marketing
• Must have good understanding of Food and Beverage Packaging Market
• Must have Code 8 Driver’s license
• Able to travel within Gauteng, Mpumalanga and Botswana
• Able to Service Clients and Attend Sales conferences
• Must have broad knowledge of Packaging used in the Foodservice Industry
• Able to do “cold calling” – gain new business

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Sales representatives are expected to manage and coordinate all activities pertaining to sales of products, goods and services to customers. Sales representatives work with customers to find what they want, create solutions and ensure a smooth sales process. Sales representatives will work to find new sales leads, through business directories, client referrals, etc. Sometimes, sales representatives will focus on inside sales, which typically involves "cold calling" for new clients while in an office setting, or outside sales, which involves visiting clients in the field with new or existing clients.

DUTIES:

• Meeting sales targets according to monthly sales budget.
• Analyzing pricing regularly for price increases, managing GP''S and distributing own price list and info.
• Attending to new enquires quoting customers for branded and generic stock.
• Analyzing and creating inventory report/ forecasts for imports and local purchase orders with sales history to report quarterly forecast.
• Watching your competitors and the product that are offering by reporting on weekly basis.
• Ensure optimal client service by calling on clients regularly to ensure their needs are being looked after.
• Provide market information through to central office.
• Attending Sales conferences to participate in strategic discussions and planning.

? Attending to new enquiries, existing customers branded and generic stock.

? Making appointments to meet new and existing customers.

? Understanding customer''s needs.

? Making presentations to product and special deals.

? Agreeing sales, prices, contracts, and payment.

? Advising customers about delivery schedules and after sales service.

? Keeping in contact with customers in person and by telephone on a regular basis.

? Recording orders and sending details to the sales office.

? Attending conferences and seminars and keeping up with industry trends.

? Acquiring import product prices, artwork and order liaison with clients

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