Field Sales Representative, FMCG

Our client, a leading name in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is actively recruiting a motivated and results-driven Field Sales Representative to cover the Upington, Northern Cape region. This role is essential for building and maintaining strong relationships with retail clients, driving product sales, and ensuring optimal brand visibility within assigned territories. You will be responsible for presenting our client's product range, negotiating sales agreements, and implementing effective sales strategies to meet and exceed targets.

The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a solid understanding of sales principles, and a passion for the FMCG market. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your sales career within a reputable company, with significant potential for growth and earning through a competitive commission structure. Join our client and become a key player in their sales success in the Northern Cape .

• Develop and execute effective sales strategies to achieve sales targets in the assigned territory of Upington and surrounding areas.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with retail customers, wholesalers, and distributors.
• Promote and sell the company's range of FMCG products, highlighting key features and benefits.
• Conduct regular store visits to ensure product availability, optimal shelf placement, and visual merchandising standards.
• Identify new business opportunities and expand the customer base within the territory.
• Negotiate sales terms and agreements with clients.
• Provide excellent customer service and address any client inquiries or issues promptly.
• Gather market intelligence on competitor activities, pricing, and customer feedback.
• Prepare and submit regular sales reports, forecasts, and expense reports.
• Ensure compliance with company sales policies and procedures.

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent; a tertiary qualification in sales or marketing is advantageous.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in field sales, preferably within the FMCG industry .
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of sales techniques and customer relationship management.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a field-based role.
• Valid driver's license and reliable access to a vehicle.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the Upington, Northern Cape area.
• Enthusiasm for the FMCG sector and a customer-centric approach.
• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency with mobile sales applications.

• Competitive basic salary with attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Travel allowance and fuel reimbursement.
• Provision of a company mobile phone.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the sales department.
• Comprehensive sales training and product knowledge development.
• Supportive sales management team.
• Annual leave and other statutory benefits.