Our client a longstanding leading importation company specializing the finest Italian food products, wines, liquors, & catering equipment, who is headquartered JHB with offices in Cape Town and Durban Is looking for a Food & Beverage New Business Sales Representative FOR THEIR CAPE TOWN OFFICEMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUS NEW BUSINESS SALES EXPERIENCE IN THE FOOD & BEVERAGE INDUSTRYPLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUS NEW BUSINESS SALES EXPERIENCE IN THE LIQUOR INDUSTRYPLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUS NEW BUSINESS SALES EXPERIENCE IN THE BARISTA / COFFEE INDUSTRYPLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUS NEW BUSINESS SALES EXPERIENCE IN BARISTA / CATERING EQUIPMENTPLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE AND OWN RELIABLE VEHICLEPLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUS ON THE ROAD REPPING / NEW BUSINESS SALES EXPERIENCEPLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET AT LEAST 2 OF THE ABOVE CRITERIA & OWN VEHICLE IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE CRITERIA YOUR CV WILL BE DISCARDED. Job Description The client is seeking a results-oriented On The Road Sales Representative to actively engage with prospective customers while nurturing positive business relationships with our existing clientele.
Your role will involve providing comprehensive solutions tailored to restaurants, supermarkets, delicatessens, and other food distributors.
They are looking for an individual who can Drive revenue growth through new businessExpand customer acquisition through new businessEnhance overall profitability through building strong customer relationsHas Valid drivers unrestricted driver's license Has own reliable vehicle.Ideal CandidateThey are looking for a dynamic Sales Representative to expand their distribution network in the greater Cape Town areaThe ideal candidate should possess a friendly demeanor, a proactive approach to sales, and a strong passion for the food and beverage industry.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesYour responsibilities will include
Increasing sales (New business)Supporting marketing initiativesStaying informed about industry trends.
Experience in selling to the liquor industry, particularly with a focus on wine, is essentialExperience in Selling Coffee & Barista equipment to the Barista / Coffee industry is essentialSales - New business hunting - finding new clients for the client's productsDevelop and maintain positive business and customer relationships with new clientsPromote and sell products using effective sales techniques to both existing and prospective customers.Coordinate sales efforts with team members and other departments.Analyze the market to Assess potentialTrack sales trends Compile weekly & Monthly Status reports.Provide management with reports on Customer needs, Issues, Interests, Competitive Activities, and Potential for new products/services.Stay updated on industry best practices and promotional trends.Initiate contact with potential customers through cold calling.Conduct cost-benefit and needs analysis for existing/potential customers to meet their requirements.Achieve agreed-upon sales targets within deadlinesRequirementsProven work experience as a Sales Representative in the Food & Beverage Industry is EssentialDemonstrated ability to implement process improvements.Proficiency in MS Office suite.Highly motivated and target-driven with a successful track record in sales.Strong Skills in SellingStrong Skills in effective verbal and written (digital) communicationStrong Negotiation skills.Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to audience needs.Strong relationship management skills and openness to feedback.The basic is 15,000 per month with a commission structure of 3 % of 150000.Driver's license and own car is required They will use their car and we will pay the AA rates