Main Markets Representative (Bellville ) at Econo Foods

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• We are in search of a highly motivated Sales Representative with a background in the food industry, particularly within the informal market sector, to join our dynamic team in South Africa. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining existing customer relationships, identifying new markets, and driving sales growth in the informal market space.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and Maintain Client Relationships: Build robust relationships with clients within the informal market segment to understand their needs and preferences.
• Sales and Business Development: Drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and implementing effective sales strategies tailored to the informal market.
• Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and consumer behaviour within the informal market.
• Product Promotion: Effectively promote our food products to potential clients in the informal market through product demonstrations and presentations.
• Achieve Sales Targets: Meet and exceed sales targets by effectively managing sales pipelines and converting leads into sales through a relationship-based approach.
• Demonstrate Products: Showcase products to existing and potential customers, assisting them in selecting those best suited to their needs.
• Establish and Maintain Business Relationships: Develop and maintain business relationships with current and prospective customers to generate new business for EconoFoods products.
• Reporting: Supply management with oral and written reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
• Market Awareness: Keep up to date with new products, market conditions, advertising, and promotional trends through the reading of relevant literature and consulting with the marketing department.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Matric certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong understanding of the South African food industry and the dynamics of the informal market.
• Willingness to travel within South Africa and work flexible hours as required.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Building and maintaining relationships with strong interpersonal skills - living out the company values and unique HO HOLA culture. 
• Friendly, helpful, confident yet humble, and able to work well in a team.
• Ability to work in a highly competitive, fast past and dynamic environment.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal).
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft.
• Strong communication skills and negotiation skills. 
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Understanding of the cultural nuances and dynamics of the main market sector.
• Ability to work independently and navigate the challenges of the main market.

CLOSING DATE               

29 March 2024 (29/03/2024)