Sales Representative - East London
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Our Client in the FMCG (Tabacco) Industry is seeking to employ a Sales Representative to their team based in East London. Duties & Responsibilities
Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) – essential
- FMCG Organised channel Experience is a bonus
- Valid driver’s license
- 2–5 years’ external sales experience (FMCG, tobacco, or vape industry preferred)
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets
- Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a territory effectively
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office, mobile apps, reporting tools)
- Existing relationships within the retail or tobacco trade
- Knowledge of vape and tobacco products
- Experience in merchandising and in-store activations
- FMCG background or retail on-floor management experience
- Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned area
- Willingness to work flexible hours when required
- Must maintain a professional and responsible lifestyle
Responsibilities, but not limited to
- Call on the full customer base (retail key accounts and wholesale channels) within the allocated East London and surrounding territory
- Prospect for new business and open new accounts
- Achieve monthly sales targets and KPIs
- Expand product range and introduce new products into stores
- Build and maintain strong relationships with store owners, managers, and staff
- Ensure optimal product placement, visibility, and merchandising (including gantries and displays)
- Monitor stock levels and place orders to avoid out-of-stock situations
- Be able to do stock rotation in stores.
- Execute promotions, activations, and in-store campaigns
- Conduct competitor analysis and provide market feedback
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
- Use mobile sales tools and applications to report on daily activities and performance
- Drive “switch-selling” by educating store staff and consumers on company brands
- Travel extensively within the region, including approximately 6 overnight stays per month
- Must be based in East London.
Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful. Package & Remuneration
Monthly