Sales Representative – Beverage industry – Durban, KZN Full Time

Hire Resolve’s client in the beverage industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Sales Representative in Durban, KZN.

Responsibilities:

• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets to drive revenue growth.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, positive relationships with customers through regular in-person sales calls.
• Introduce and promote beverage innovation by conducting product tastings and demonstrations.
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities to expand the brand’s presence and increase visibility.
• Implement effective merchandising and stock management strategies to ensure optimal product placement and availability in stores.
• Utilize digital sales tools proficiently for accurate tracking and reporting of sales activities and progress.
• Travel extensively across the region to manage and grow the territory.
• Conduct a minimum of 12 store visits daily to effectively manage accounts and achieve sales objectives.
• Focus on building relationships and generating sales with key accounts, including restaurants and potentially smaller, independently owned establishments.
• Leverage and expand upon an existing client base to further penetrate the market.

Requirements:

• Matric certificate.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to work independently.
• Passion for beverages (knowledge of cocktails, coffee, specialty drinks a plus).
• Experience in sales and customer service.
• Experience in cold calling and maintaining store visit cycles.
• Ability to meet sales targets with 12+ daily store visits.
• 5+ years FMCG sales experience.
• Experience calling on restaurants/small shops preferred.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on adrienne.steyn@hireresolve.us or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: manufacturing@hireresolve.za.com

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.