Sales Consultant (m/f)

Duties

• Key Performance Areas include, but are not limited to:
• Call on formal on-consumption outlets in Namibia
• Selling and promoting the Company’s portfolio of products
• Achieve distribution, forward share and promotional targets for the area
• Implement the market segmentation policy
• Control and correct use of ROI and POS material
• Execute all promotions in line with national/regional plan
• Build and maintain budget and other administrative functions
• Deliver effective and efficient merchandising service
• Take responsibility for own and team objectives, incorporating the Distell values
• Establish winning trading relationships
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, internally and externally
• Support the Team Leader as and when required

Requisites

• Minimum qualification of Grade 12
• Formal tertiary qualification in Sales and Marketing will be advantageous
• 2-3 years sales and promotional experience preferably in FMCG
• Computer literacy (MS Office package)
• A valid driver’s licence
• Excellent communication skills that include strong negotiation skills, ability to network and presentation skills
• Self-starter with highly motivated nature
• Strong decision-making and problem solving abilities
• Entrepreneurial attitude with excellent business skills and sound judgement
• Adaptable to change
• Understanding of organization’s systems, structures, policies and procedures
• Must be fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans; proficiency in a local language being advantageous
• High energy levels as the position involves working long, flexible hours, including some evenings, weekends and public holidays as and when required

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted