External Sales Representative

Our company is looking for External Sales Representatives (FMCG) to contribute towards the long-term growth and profitability of the Company’s Sales Department by developing a sustainable sales function targeted at business growth and customer satisfaction. Available positions in PTA, JHB, CT
- Central, KZN – Central, PE-Central, Bloemfontein and Nelspruit.

• Develop and implement a structured and result orientated sales plan targeted at meeting Card Group organisational objectives.
• Follow a sales planning system including weekly and monthly call cycles that result in optimum utilization of time and maximum market coverage ensuring the attainment and retainment of market share targets.
• To offer a differentiated service, to display professionalism and confidence to customers which results in Card Group attaining preferred supplier status.
• Travelling expenses are completed correctly, is properly vouched and submitted to the Regional Sales in terms of company due dates.
• External sales representation, merchandising, promotions and pricing
• Maintain and service existing clients
• Source and grow new on-going business
• Achieve sales targets and ensure services levels are achieved through effective customer satisfaction and after sales care.
• Submit regular call sheets to sales manager.
• Willing to travel and sleep out (Might be required depending on the area)
• 2 years in a similar role (FMCG)
• Trade Contacts with Supermarkets and other Retail Outlets
• FMCG supply chain
• Computer Literacy
• Grade 12
• Valid Driver’s License and SA
• A tertiary qualification aimed at sales and/or marketing would be advantageous.

Planogram, Action orientated, Attention to detail- 100% accuracy, Analytical, Persuasion and Negotiating skills, Motivated, Problem solving, Time management, Collaborative, Team player, Good communication skills, Positive “can do” / “will do”, attitude, Fast learner ,Energetic ,Target driven, Assertive, Self-disciplined, Committed, Ability to think on their feet and Ability to work independently

• R10 000 – R20 000 (Negotiable - Depending on experience and area)