A leading nicotine and alternative tobacco products company is looking for three experienced Field Sales Agents with strong experience in retail acquisition, route sales, and independent store sales to join their team — one in KwaZulu-Natal, one in Gauteng, and one in the Western Cape. This is a high-activity, field-based role focused on securing new retail stockists and driving repeat orders within an assigned territory. The role requires daily travel, strong closing ability, and consistent achievement of sales and activity targets.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, visit, pitch, and secure new independent retail stockists within the assigned territory

• Close first orders, ensure correct SKU mix, and establish reorder triggers

• Execute merchandising standards, including product placement, visibility, pricing display, and stock rotation

• Build and maintain a strong repeat-order base to prevent stock-outs

• Develop and follow efficient daily route plans targeting high-potential outlets

• Build and manage strong relationships with store owners and managers

• Log all visits, outcomes, photos (where required), and orders on the CRM/field app daily

• Report competitor activity, pricing, promotions, and market feedback

• Ensure compliance with company standards and applicable regulations

• Participate in sales meetings, coaching sessions, and achieve set KPIs

Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12)

• Valid driver’s licence (Code 8) and willingness to travel daily

• 1–3+ years’ experience in field sales (FMCG, beverages, liquor, tobacco/vape, telecoms, or similar industries)

• Proven track record of selling into independent retail and opening new accounts

• Experience with route planning, merchandising standards, and reorder management (advantageous)

• Comfortable using CRM or mobile field sales applications

• Strong communication, negotiation, and closing skills

• Self-motivated, resilient, and target-driven

Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

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