SHOPRITE Is Hiring: Sales Representative -Red Star (KZN) – South Africa
CLOSING DATE: 24 APRIL 2023
Location – Town or City
Pinetown
Purpose of the Job
Developing and maintaining business relationships with current and prospective customers in the assigned geographical area to generate new business for the organization’s products. Concentrate sales efforts by researching existing and potential dealer volumes. Conducts phone calls, in-person visits, and presentations to current and prospective customers.
Job Category
Sales
Job Objectives
Sales and Marketing
Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current and prospective customers.
Focus sales efforts by studying existing and potential volumes of dealers.
Research and analyse sources for developing prospective customers
Plan and organise sales strategy by maximizing the return on time investment for the geographical area.
Identify advantages and compare organisations products and services.
Keep abreast of product application, market conditions, competitive advertising and promotional trends.
Customer Service
Contact current and potential clients by phone, in person, and through presentations.
Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints.
Deadlines
Meet monthly and annual Sales & new business targets through the successful implementation of sales strategies and tactic.
Senior Certificate
Desirable
Certificate/Diploma in Sales and Marketing
Experience
Essential
2-3 years’ experience within a Sales Representative role, preferably in the Food services industry.
Knowledge and Skills
Solid familiarity with the products offered by the food industry
Strong negotiation and consultative sales skills.
Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
Deadline driven.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
Sound knowledge of marketing principles and techniques.
