Sales Representative Informal Market – East London

ROLE OVERVIEW

Edward Snell & Co. are seeking a highly motivated, customer-focused Sales Representative to join our dynamic sales team in the Eastern Cape.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Achievement of monthly, quarterly, and annual volume targets as measured through the IRD.
• Identify volume opportunities within the informal.
• Manage in-store support as set out in the VMAPP structure.
• Manage relationships with Tavern, Counter Service and IRD customers and internal stakeholders.
• Call in the Informal Market customer base, as per agreed calling schedule.
• Maintenance of customer master data to ensure all information is complete and accurate.
• Ensure promotional objectives are executed as per the visual VMAPPS.
• A commitment to customer service and seeking opportunities.
• General Sales Administration.

QUALIFICATIONS AND MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Matric with a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
• Diploma/NQF level 6 in Sales or Marketing.
• Minimum of 3 years’ sales related experience within an FMCG environment is essential.
• Liquor industry experience preferable.
• Must have a soundtrack record within the sales industry.
• Must have a valid code 8 driver’s license.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Able to communicate fluently in English.
• Must be self-motivated and results driven.
• Must be a strong team player.
• Must have excellent negotiating skills.
• Focused goal driven individual.
• Have a positive attitude towards work.
• Willing to work overtime when required.
• Have a valid code 8 driver’s license.
• Must be assertive.
• Must have a sound track record.
• Commercially astute.
• Customer management skills.