FMCG Sales Representative - KwaZulu-Natal

Introduction Oscar’s Deli Meats is a well-established cold meats and FMCG business seeking a confident, motivated and results-driven sales representative to grow our customer base throughout KwaZulu-Natal. This is a field-based position involving regular travel across KZN. The successful candidate will develop new business while maintaining and growing relationships with existing customers. Previous FMCG, food, meat, retail or wholesale sales experience would be advantageous. Preference will be given to candidates with established professional relationships with retail buyers, corporate chain stores, supermarkets, butcheries or wholesalers. Duties & Responsibilities Identify and approach prospective customers throughout KwaZulu-Natal. Develop new business with retail stores, corporate retail groups, supermarkets, butcheries, wholesalers and distributors. Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers. Arrange and attend meetings with buyers and decision-makers. Present and promote the Oscar’s Deli Meats product range professionally. Negotiate product listings, pricing, promotions, order volumes and shelf space. Open new customer accounts and expand the product range within existing accounts. Achieve agreed sales, turnover and gross-profit targets. Conduct regular customer visits and follow up on orders, stock availability and customer requirements. Monitor product displays, merchandising and promotional activity. Provide management with regular call reports, sales forecasts and competitor information. Maintain accurate customer and sales records. Represent Oscar’s Deli Meats professionally at all times. Desired Experience & Qualification Essential requirements: Valid South African driver’s licence. Proven sales ability and a strong desire to develop new business. Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout KwaZulu-Natal. Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills. Target-driven, self-motivated, organised and disciplined. Ability to work independently and manage a large sales territory. Ability to complete sales reports and maintain accurate customer records. Preferred experience: Previous FMCG, food, meat, deli-meat, retail or wholesale sales experience. Established professional relationships with retail buyers, corporate chain stores, supermarket groups, independent retailers, butcheries, wholesalers or distributors. Experience opening new customer accounts and growing existing accounts. Experience dealing directly with retail buyers and decision-makers. Experience with product listings, merchandising, promotions, pricing and sales negotiations. A practical understanding of sales targets, gross profit and account profitability. An established customer network is advantageous but is not compulsory. Package & Remuneration Basic salary of R12,000 to R25000 per month. Commission of gross profit generated. Full remuneration terms and performance expectations will be discussed with shortlisted candidates. Interested? Please apply through PNet and attach an up-to-date CV. Your application must clearly state: Your current town or area of residence. The type and validity of your South African driver’s licence. Your FMCG or other relevant sales experience. The types of retailers, corporate groups, supermarkets, butcheries or wholesalers you have worked with. Examples of new accounts you have opened or existing accounts you have grown. Your most important measurable sales achievements. Your notice period or earliest available starting date. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates. Only applicants selected for the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.