Sales Representative (KZN)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build, service, and maintain a base of customers within the KZN region.
• This would include but is 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 visits to all customers within your base will be agreed on by the individual and their line manager.
• 100% of customers to be covered within the required timeline.
• The territory can be subject to change to ensure time in trade is optimized or if a business need/ requirement is identified.
• Required to make daily use of Skynamo sales system.
• Clearly understand customer segmentation ensuring brand fit to the 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 in trade thus maximizing visibility.
• Maximize the 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 of experience within the liquor industry.
• Have a clear understanding and working knowledge of the off-trade liquor channel.
• Strong negotiation skills & business acumen.
• Own a reliable vehicle with a valid driver’s license.
• Ideally to be based in Durban.

 Skills

• 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.
• Strong management and organization skills.
• Deadline driven.
• Multi-tasker.
• Creative, ideas generator
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Learning agility
• Problem-solving skills

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