Contact person for this position: Rayleen Lentz rayleen@joblinkplacement.co.za Website: www.joblinkplacement.co.za PURPOSE OF THE ROLE We are in search of a highly motivated Sales Representative with a background in the food industry, particularly within the informal market sector, to join our dynamic team in South Africa. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining existing customer relationships, identifying new markets, and driving sales growth in the informal market space. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and Maintain Client Relationships: Build robust relationships with clients within the informal market segment to understand their needs and preferences.
Sales and Business Development: Drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and implementing effective sales strategies tailored to the informal market.
Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and consumer behaviour within the informal market.
Product Promotion: Effectively promote our food products to potential clients in the informal market through product demonstrations and presentations.
Achieve Sales Targets: Meet and exceed sales targets by effectively managing sales pipelines and converting leads into sales through a relationship-based approach.
Demonstrate Products: Showcase products to existing and potential customers, assisting them in selecting those best suited to their needs.
Establish and Maintain Business Relationships: Develop and maintain business relationships with current and prospective customers to generate new business for Company products.
Reporting: Supply management with oral and written reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
Market Awareness: Keep up to date with new products, market conditions, advertising, and promotional trends through the reading of relevant literature and consulting with the marketing department.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Grade 12
Minimum of 2 years of sales experience in the food industry, preferably within the informal market segment.
Fluent in English.
Valid drivers license.
Strong understanding of the South African food industry and the dynamics of the informal market.
Willingness to travel within South Africa and work flexible hours as required.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Building and maintaining relationships in support and living out the company culture.
Friendly, helpful, confident yet humble, and able to work well in a team.
Ability to work in a highly competitive and dynamic environment.
Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal)
Understanding of the cultural nuances and dynamics of the main market sector.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to work independently and navigate the challenges of the main market.
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