Sales Representative at Shoprite Group of Companies

Purpose of the Job    
Checkers Foods Services is seeking a qualified sales representative to help us sell our wide range of products and services to our B2B customers base. We require an individual with a strong understanding of the sales process, excelling at generating leads, building relationships and closing deals.

Job Objectives    

• Establishing, developing and maintaining business relationships with current customers and prospective customers in the assigned geographical area to generate new business of the organization’s products.
• Focus sales efforts by studying existing and potential volume of dealers.
• Makes telephone calls and in-person visits and presentations to existing and prospective customers.
• Research and analyze sources for developing prospective customers.
• Identify advantages and compare organization’s products/services.
• Plan and organize personal sales strategy by maximizing the return on time investment for the geographical area.
• Keep abreast of products applications, market conditions, competitive advertising and promotional trends.
• Meet monthly and annual sales & GP targets through the successful implementation of sales strategies and tactics.

Qualifications    

• Minimum requirement is Matric

Experience    

• At least 2 years’ experience as a Sales Representative is essential
• Experience in the Food Services Industry is desirable

Knowledge and Skills    

• Knowledge in retail and food services
• Communication Skills
• Negotiation Skills
• Ability to interact well with others

Closing Date: 17th, March 2022