SALES CONSULTANT at Distell

Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the above-mentioned position to be based in Keetmanshoop. This position will report to the Team Leader responsible for the area.

Key Performance Areas Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Call on formal on- and off consumption outlets
• Selling and promoting the Company’s portfolio of products
• Achieve distribution, forward share and promotional targets for the area
• Implement the market segmentation policy
• Control and correct use of ROI and POS material
• Execute all promotions in line with national/ regional plan
• Maintain budget and other administrative functions
• Deliver effective and efficient merchandising service
• Take responsibility for own and team objectives, incorporating the Distell values
• Establish winning trading relationships
• Driving innovation and continuous improvement
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, both internally and externally
• Support the Team Leader as and when required

Preferable Qualifications / Experience/ Skills

• Minimum qualification of Grade 12
• Formal tertiary qualification in Sales and Marketing will be advantageous
• 2-3 years sales and promotional experience, preferably in the FMCG environment
• Computer literacy (MS Office package)
• A valid driver’s licence (Code B/BE)
• Excellent communication skills that include strong negotiation and presentation skills, with a good networking ability
• Self-starter with highly motivated nature
• Strong decision-making and problem solving abilities
• Entrepreneurial attitude with excellent business skills and sound judgement
• Adaptable to change
• Understanding of organisation’s systems, structures, policies and procedures
• Must be fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans; proficiency in another local language being advantageous
• High energy levels as the position involves working long, flexible hours, including some evenings, weekends and public holidays as and when required