Sales Representative - East London

Reference PE003741
Location Eastern Cape, East London
Salary Interval Monthly
Package None-negotiable
Description Requirements:
  • Matric (Grade 12) – essential
  • FMCG Organised channel Experience is a bonus
  • Valid driver’s license
  • 2–5 years’ external sales experience (FMCG, tobacco, or vape industry preferred)
  • Proven track record of achieving sales targets
  • Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage a territory effectively
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office, mobile apps, reporting tools)
  • Existing relationships within the retail or tobacco trade
  • Knowledge of vape and tobacco products
  • Experience in merchandising and in-store activations
  • FMCG background or retail on-floor management experience
  • Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned area
  • Willingness to work flexible hours when required
  • Must maintain a professional and responsible lifestyle
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
  • Call on the full customer base (retail key accounts and wholesale channels) within the allocated East London and surrounding territory
  • Prospect for new business and open new accounts
  • Achieve monthly sales targets and KPIs
  • Expand product range and introduce new products into stores
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with store owners, managers, and staff
  • Ensure optimal product placement, visibility, and merchandising (including gantries and displays)
  • Monitor stock levels and place orders to avoid out-of-stock situations
  • Be able to do stock rotation in stores.
  • Execute promotions, activations, and in-store campaigns
  • Conduct competitor analysis and provide market feedback
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
  • Use mobile sales tools and applications to report on daily activities and performance
  • Drive “switch-selling” by educating store staff and consumers on company brands
  • Travel extensively within the region, including approximately 6 overnight stays per month
  • Must be based in East London.
Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.

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