Sales Executive: KZN at Diageo

About the team: 

• Analysts are individual contributors
• Requires conceptual knowledge in own area of expertise; develops practical experience
• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work
• No supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance to new analysts/associates
• Solves standard problems by identifying solutions based on standard practices
• Impacts quality of own work; works within guidelines and policies
• Explains information to others in straightforward situation

Role Responsibilities: 

• Territory analysis, planning and execution to drive volume/value growth and achievement of KPIs.
• Execute formal on trade strategy as per defined standards of excellence in Business Plans and Cycle activity.
• Collaborate and build superior relationships with the On Trade and Redistributor customers servicing relevant territory.
• Educate and empower outlet staff to become advocates of Diageo brands through educational marketing platforms and other in-store staff incentive programs.
• Plan and collaborate with Reserve Ambassadors to win with the Reserve Portfolio in the right outlets and with the right consumers.
• Execute out of channel opportunities and occasions in line with brand/customer marketing guidelines.
• 100% adherence to customer calls as per guidelines per outlet, assigned route and frequency.
• Manage territory budget and adhere to Measurement and Evaluation business principles.
• Live and adhere to the Diageo compliance agenda and code of business conduct.

Experience:

• 2-3 years sales experience essential, preferably in the FMCGG/beverage industry

Key Skills :

• Brand and Category Knowledge (Customer)
• Customer Understanding
• Shopper Understanding and Insights
• Outlet Segmentation
• Joint Customer Planning
• Plan and Develop Executional Standards

Qualifications:

• Driver’s license
• 3-year diploma/degree will be an added advantage