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Description

• We are seeking dynamic, self-motivated Sales Representatives to join a leading banking client. This role will be in Umlazi. It will be field-based and ideal for someone who thrives in face-to-face interactions, has a passion for sales, and is skilled in identifying new business opportunities. The primary focus is to generate leads by engaging small businesses and introducing them to the bank’s innovative financial products and services. This role

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person visits to small businesses to promote banking solutions.
• Identify, qualify, and generate high-quality leads through face-to-face interactions.
• Build strong relationships with prospective clients and understand their business needs.
• Represent the bank professionally and uphold brand values in all engagements.
• Provide regular reporting on lead generation activity, feedback, and market insights.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth handover of leads to conversion teams.
• Maintain updated records of outreach activities and client interactions.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) required; a tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing or Finance is advantageous.
• Must be based in Umlazi
• 1-2 years of field sales, lead generation, or direct marketing experience – preferably in the banking or financial services sector.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a confident and professional approach.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a field schedule effectively.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.

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Description

• We are looking for a Sambassador in Pavilion to ensure product/service exposure, increased sales, and achievement of targets by representing the company and its services to the trade in-store and growing the customer base within the forecourt.

As a Sambassador, you will be responsible for:

Customer Experience Management

•  Manage customer vetting and registration
•  Manage rental process
•  Gather feedback and suggestions from customers to continuously improve the rental service
•  Monitoring and managing inventory including the storing, tracking and maintenance of equipment

Inventory Management

• Monitoring and managing inventory including the;
• Storing
• Tracking
• Maintaining of equipment
• Charging devices

Managing & Ensuring Compliance

• Standards & Discipline Management
• Brand Management & Compliance onsite
• HSSE compliance
• Non-Compliance Escalation
• Reporting and KPI's

Delivery of Quality Reporting & Insights

•  Feedback on what is working and what is not working,
•  Red flag escalations of issues encountered on the sites,
•  Speedy response to resolve issues that are encountered,
•  Provide insights gained from customer interactions

Administration

• Capture daily, weekly and monthly reports based on customer interactions and sales
• Identify challenges and corrective actions Customer Satisfaction and Service
• Gather feedback from customer complaints, queries and requests and ensure resolution
• Build and maintain strong working relationships

Requirements

• 2-3 years sales experience in Consumer Electronics
• Matric
• Sales acumen
• Marketing principle knowledge
• Customer service skills
• Administration skills
• Communication skills (verbal & written)

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Description

• Sales Management|
• Shelf Health Management|
• Control Expenses|
• Execution of Point of Purchase |
• Administration|
• Customer Service and Satisfaction|

Requirements

• 2-3 years Operations experience in a Field Marketing structure/sales and merchandising experience in a related FMCG environment
• Diploma/NQF level 5, Driver’s license (code 8)
• Sales acumen
• Marketing knowledge
• Customer service skills
• Administration skills
• Communication skills (verbal & written)
• Organisational skills

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Description

• Pro-Active Operational Excellence|
• Business Insights and Execution|
• Teamwork and Self-Management|
• Stakeholder Engagement|
• People Management|
• Manage Promotional Activity|
• Achieve POP Objectives|
• Monitor New Innovations|
• Efficient Achievement of Targets|
• Control Expenses|

Requirements

• 2-3 years’ sales experience in FMCG environment at a managerial/ supervisory level
• Relevant Diploma at NQF level 5
• Code 8 Driver’s license
• Communication skills (verbal & written)
• Analysis & problem solving
• Computer literacy
• Business acumen
• Commercial awareness
• Attention to detail
• Pro-active thinking
• Leadership skills
• Planning & organising
• Negotiation skills
• Sales management skills
• Decision making skills

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Description

• Control Expenses|
• Pro-Active Operational Excellence|
• People Management |
• Stakeholder Engagement|
• Achieve POP Objectives|
• Achievement of Targets|
• Business Insights and Execution|
• Monitor New Innovations|
• Teamwork and Self-Management|
• Manage Promotional Activity|

Requirements

• 1-2 years’ sales experience in FMCG environment at a managerial/ supervisory level
• Code 8 drivers license
• Relevant Diploma/Degree at NQF level 6 or 7
• Communication skills (verbal & written)
• Analysis & Problem Solving
• Computer literacy
• Business acumen
• Commercial awareness
• Attention to detail
• Pro-active thinking
• Leadership Skills
• Planning & organising
• Negotiation skills
• Sales management skills
• Decision making skills

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Store Placement:
• Be placed in stores according to the HP Retail Store Base and current structure, ensuring optimal coverage and representation.
• Policy Adherence:
• Follow the policies and guidelines communicated by the store, maintaining compliance with regulations and standards.
• Weekly Meetings:
• Meet with the Area Manager once a week for reports, concerns, feedback, plans, directives, and material handover such as POSM and challenges.
• Weekend Activations:
• Conduct weekend activations as mandatory activities, engaging with customers and promoting HP products.
• Execution Excellence:
• Secure the #1 position in store for all executions, ensuring optimal visibility and prominence of HP products.
• Price Ticket Maintenance:
• Ensure daily maintenance of correct price tickets in store, both on and off promotion, to accurately reflect pricing and promotions.
• Merchandising Execution:
• Execute in-store merchandising according to HP and Retailers' directives and/or planograms, maintaining consistency and quality.
• Relationship Building:
• Build fruitful relationships with retailers and their staff, fostering collaboration and support for HP products.
• Professionalism:
• Adhere to a dress code supplied by HP, always presenting a professional and polished image.
• Demonstrations and Engagement:
• Conduct demonstrations as required and aligned with key SKUs and product focus, engaging with customers to showcase product features and benefits.
• Hygiene and Maintenance:
• Ensure demo product maintenance and hygiene, always keeping demonstration materials clean and presentable.
• Event Support:
• Provide support to retailers when HP Brand is involved with store-related events or activities, contributing to the success of promotional initiatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in sales or marketing preferred.
• Previous experience in retail sales, customer service, or brand promotion preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with customers and retailers.
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to showcase product features and benefits in a compelling manner.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on execution excellence.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Enthusiastic and outgoing with a passion for customer engagement.
• Professional demeanour with a commitment to representing the HP brand with integrity.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work weekends and accommodate changing schedules.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset and willingness to support team objectives