Sales Rep - Durban & Surrounds

SUMMARY:
Uniquely agile premium liquor distributor has an exciting opportunity available for an Off Trade Sales Rep to be based in Durban for the KZN Coastal regions

Join a growing company with a premium offering for the discerning consumer. Make new connections and great commission as we start the rapid ascend into season, enjoying responsibly

POSITION INFO:

• Build, service and maintain a base of customers within but not restricted to Durban, South Coast as far as Port Edward, Lusikisiki, Kokstad, Matatiele, Mount Frere and Umzimkulu areas.
• The call route and frequency of visit to all customers within your base will be agreed on by the individual and their line manager.
• Required to make daily use of Skynamo sales system
• Clearly understand customer segmentation ensuring brand fit to customer is realized
• Quarterly objectives are the key focus areas to ensure effective/ productive time spent in all calls
• Be assertive in driving and securing listings of the portfolio brands with the aim being the achievement of the trimester and yearly objectives
• Secure displays and brand visibility for listed brands and new listings ensuring exposure, awareness and brand health is optimized in any given outlet
• Effectively deploy all given brand POS, FSU’s in trade thus maximizing visibility
• Maximize potential of trade partners by building solid relationships
• Negotiate & confirm promotions/demos in your outlets
• Keep all sales related administration updated
• There will be a degree of product tastings that you would facilitate as well as participation/ set up of events

EXPERIENCE:

• Completed Matric or equivalent accredited by SAQA.
• Tertiary qualification will be an added advantage

• The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years’ experience within the liquor industry
• Have a clear understanding and working knowledge of the off-trade liquor channel
• Strong negotiation skills & business acumen
• Own reliable vehicle with a valid driver’s license
• Candidate will be based in Cape Town.

PERSONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• High level of self-management and the ability to work remotely
• Takes initiative and has a can – do attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Works hard to contribute to the overall success of the company
• Team player
• Works well under pressure , deadline driven.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Learning agility
• Problem-solving skills

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