Sales Representative – FMCG

Our client is looking for a skilled Sales Rep with a background in FMCG, or Pet Products preferably, to join their team in Cape Town, WC. They are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Sales Representative based in the Western Cape. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This role involves obtaining orders, ensuring excellent customer service, merchandising stores, and participating in promotions.

Responsibilities

• Call on existing and potential new customers within the Western Cape, primarily Cape Town central, southern suburbs, and the West Coast region (travel required).
• Take orders at store level and ensure they are sent to the administrative office.
• Coordinate with the delivery team to ensure timely order fulfillment and resolve customer service queries.
• Provide client account feedback to the administrative office.
• Merchandise stock in stores as needed.
• Participate in promotional events, which may include weekend work.
• Respond to customer emails and queries.
• Conduct telesales as required.
• Share product knowledge with customers.
• Assist in developing and implementing sales and marketing strategies, plans, and campaigns.
• Maintain and update sales leads, customer information, and other relevant data.
• Submit daily field reports to the sales director and branch manager.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sales Representative.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid Code B driver’s license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a critical thinking approach.
• Team player with a positive attitude and adaptability to new challenges.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Familiarity with the FMCG industry and a passion for staying updated on industry trends.
• Experience in the pet industry is an advantage.
• Previous experience with Skynamo is beneficial.
• Afrikaans proficiency is advantageous.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.