Junior Sales Consultant

SUMMARY:
Junior Sales Consultant (Hospitality Industry)
Location: Port Elizabeth

POSITION INFO:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Junior Sales Consultant to join a dynamic sales team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing an existing portfolio of smaller customer accounts while identifying opportunities to grow sales, strengthen customer relationships, and develop new business within their allocated territory.
This role is ideal for candidates with previous sales experience within the hospitality, food service, FMCG, or related industries who are passionate about customer service and achieving sales targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a portfolio of existing small customer accounts.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with customers.
• Identify opportunities to increase sales and grow existing accounts.
• Conduct regular customer visits to ensure excellent service levels.
• Prospect and secure new business opportunities within the assigned territory.
• Present products and promotions to customers.
• Prepare quotations and follow up on customer enquiries.
• Achieve monthly sales and growth targets.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends.
• Resolve customer queries and complaints promptly and professionally.
• Submit accurate sales reports and maintain customer records.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure efficient service delivery.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12).
• Previous external sales experience.
• Experience within the hospitality, food service, catering, food distribution, or FMCG industry will be highly advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Own reliable vehicle.
• Good computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Well-presented and professional.

Preferred Experience

• Restaurants
• Hotels
• Guest houses
• Catering companies
• Coffee shops
• Take-away outlets
• Food service businesses
• Hospitality groups

Key Competencies

• Customer-focused
• Sales driven
• Excellent communication skills
• Relationship management
• Negotiation skills
• Planning and organisational ability
• Problem-solving skills
• Time management
• Resilient and target driven
• Ability to work under pressure

What We Offer

• Established customer base to manage and grow.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Opportunity for career growth within the sales division.
• Supportive team environment.

Remuneration

• Basic Salary
• Cellphone Allowance
• Travel Allowance
• Guaranteed Commission for the first three months
• Provident Fund
• Medical Aid contribution