Sales Representative - FMCG
Hire Resolve
Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 21 January 2025

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Job Description

Our client is looking for a skilled Sales Rep with a background in FMCG, or Pet Products preferably, to join their team in Cape Town, WC. They are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Sales Representative based in the Western Cape. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role involves obtaining orders, ensuring excellent customer service, merchandising stores, and participating in promotions.

Responsibilities:

  • Call on existing and potential new customers within the Western Cape, primarily Cape Town central, southern suburbs, and the West Coast region (travel required).
  • Take orders at store level and ensure they are sent to the administrative office.
  • Coordinate with the delivery team to ensure timely order fulfillment and resolve customer service queries.
  • Provide client account feedback to the administrative office.
  • Merchandise stock in stores as needed.
  • Participate in promotional events, which may include weekend work.
  • Respond to customer emails and queries.
  • Conduct telesales as required.
  • Share product knowledge with customers.
  • Assist in developing and implementing sales and marketing strategies, plans, and campaigns.
  • Maintain and update sales leads, customer information, and other relevant data.
  • Submit daily field reports to the sales director and branch manager.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Sales Representative.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Valid Code B driver’s license.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a critical thinking approach.
  • Team player with a positive attitude and adaptability to new challenges.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Familiarity with the FMCG industry and a passion for staying updated on industry trends.
  • Experience in the pet industry is an advantage.
  • Previous experience with Skynamo is beneficial.
  • Afrikaans proficiency is advantageous.
Benefits:
  • Salary: negotiable.

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.