FIELD SALES EXECUTIVE - FMCG / WHOLESALE FOODS / BAKERY INGREDIENTS

SUMMARY:
FIELD SALES EXECUTIVE - FMCG / WHOLESALE FOODS / BAKERY INGREDIENTS

POSITION INFO:

FIELD SALES EXECUTIVE - FMCG / WHOLESALE FOODS / BAKERY INGREDIENTS

Our client, a leading family-owned supplier of quality wholesale bakery ingredients and food products to bakeries, food manufacturers, and top retail brands, is seeking an experienced Field Sales Executive!

Location: Johannesburg

Package: R15,000 Basic CTC (Negotiable) + R5,000 Car Allowance + R5,000 Guaranteed Commission (first 3 months)

Essential Requirements:

- Minimum 5+ years of field sales experience

- FMCG trade experience essential

- Preferably catering wholesaler background (supplying restaurants with perishables/dry goods)

- Matric certificate

- Valid driver''s license and own reliable vehicle

- Experience with CRM systems and Microsoft Office

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients

- Identify and secure new business opportunities

- Achieve and exceed sales targets

- Prepare and present sales proposals to clients

- Develop and execute sales strategies for the designated territory

- Stay current with industry trends and competitor activities

- Attend trade shows and events to generate new leads

- Prepare accurate sales reports and forecasts

Essential Skills:

- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

- Excellent negotiation skills

- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Willing to travel within the designated territory

- Driven and results-oriented

- Passion for delivering solutions and exceeding customer expectations