Starke Ayres: Retail Field Marketer at Plennegy Group

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consistently achieves monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Maximizes opportunities for closing a sale and drives market penetration.
• Identifies priority products for his/her area, phased annually, seasonally and monthly.
• Identifies priority customers in line with the priority products in his/her area.
• Is responsible for formulating a customer sales plan. Implements and monitors such a strategy on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Canvasses existing and potential customers regularly in accordance with pre-determined sales routes, calling cycles and appointments.
• Updates existing and potential customers regularly with regard to product information, price lists, specials etc.
• Promotes priority products based on customer needs and product benefits.
• Submits orders to National Customer Service Department promptly.
• Ensures that orders are executed correctly and timeously.
• Contacts customers regularly as per the call cycle, as well as pre-empting and addressing any potential problems swiftly and efficiently.
• Provides necessary advice and information which will ensure that the products are utilized to their maximum potential.
• Packs out deliveres received onto the shop floor.
• Merchandizes and manages shelf space and displays in outlets (Correct pricing, correct PI labels, relevant and sufficient facings, proper rotation - LIFO, expired stock removal, etc).
• Sourcing prime spots and erecting stands during key selling seasons.
• Implements all promotions negotiated with head office
• Completes orders clearly and legibly, and with all details as prescribed.
• Regularly submits feedback, expense claims and any other reports as may be required.
• Assists with the collection of outstanding debts.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (essential)
• Driver License (essential)
• Previous experience as a merchandiser (essential)