Sales Consultant at Distell

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the above-mentioned position to be based in Keetmanshoop. This position will report to the Team Leader responsible for the area.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for but not limited to the following job functions:

What you’ll do

• Call on formal on- and off consumption outlets
• Selling and promoting the Company’s portfolio of products
• Achieve distribution, forward share and promotional targets for the area
• Implement the market segmentation policy
• Control and correct use of ROI and POS material
• Execute all promotions in line with national/ regional plan
• Maintain budget and other administrative functions
• Deliver effective and efficient merchandising service
• Take responsibility for own and team objectives, incorporating the Distell values
• Establish winning trading relationships
• Driving innovation and continuous improvement
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, both internally and externally
• Support the Team Leader as and when required

Desired Experience & Qualification

Required Knowledge and Experience

We pride ourselves with having the best people, which are our most important assets. Our company has been recognized for having the highest ethics and strives for excellency through distinctly higher standards than the norm.

We therefore urge only candidates with these unique requirements and experience to apply for this stimulating position.

• Minimum qualification of Grade 12
• Formal tertiary qualification in Sales and Marketing will be advantageous
• 2-3 years sales and promotional experience, preferably in the FMCG environment
• Computer literacy (MS Office package)
• A valid driver’s licence (Code B/BE)
• Excellent communication skills that include strong negotiation and presentation skills, with a good networking ability
• Self-starter with highly motivated nature
• Strong decision-making and problem solving abilities
• Entrepreneurial attitude with excellent business skills and sound judgement
• Adaptable to change
• Understanding of organisation’s systems, structures, policies and procedures
• Must be fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans; proficiency in another local language being advantageous
• High energy levels as the position involves working long, flexible hours, including some evenings, weekends and public holidays as and when required

Mode of Application

How to apply: Interested and qualified? Distell South Africa

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