Wholesale Sales Representative

AVI Field Marketing is a shared services business unit within AVI. Field Marketing focuses on sales and merchandising for the beverages, snacking, and cosmetic business units to provide greater focus and to achieve an improved execution at the store level. 

An opportunity has become available for an experienced Wholesale Sales Representative to manage and service wholesale customers in the Inland North region, covering the Pretoria and Rustenburg area. This role will be responsible for driving sales, optimizing shelf presence, and building strong client relationships.

Line Manager: Field Sales Manager

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Achieve sales targets and negotiate orders
• Manage stock levels, returns, and promotions
• Ensure accurate pricing and promotional execution
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store management and staff
• Lead and guide merchandisers for effective in-store performance 

Qualifications:

• Completed Grade 12 (Matric) is essential
• A completed tertiary qualification (Business/Sales/Marketing/Retail) is advantageous

Experience Required:

• At least 3 years’ experience in a Sales Representative role required
• Experience within FMCG dealing with wholesale customers (Masscash, Independent wholesalers, etc.)
• Supervisory skills will be an added advantage
• Sound knowledge of the FMCG industry
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel)
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Ability to travel essential