Starke Ayres: Sales Representative

2 months ago

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Plennegy (Pty) Ltd. Full time

Starke Ayres is the foremost African specialist and global supplier of premium vegetable, flower, and lawn seed varieties - both for commercial and home garden planting. The following position has become available for a Sales Representative, based in Pietermaritzburg. The purpose of this role is to maximize the returns from the sales of Starke Ayres’ approved range of products in his/her area within the framework of Company policy as determined from time to time.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Develops joint-business-plans for key customers, customer sales plans for the balance of customers
- Implements and monitors such strategy on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Consistently achieves monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
- Maximizes opportunities for closing a sale and drives market penetration, through sound commercial discussion and negotiation.
- Identifies priority products for his/her area, phased annually, seasonally, and monthly.
- Identifies priority customers in line with the priority products in his/her area.
- Canvasses existing and potential customers regularly in accordance with pre-determined sales routes, calling cycles and appointments.
- Updates existing and potential customers regularly with regards to product information, price lists, point of sales, specials etc.
- Drives priority products based on customer needs, internal strategy, and product benefits.
- Ensures that orders are executed correctly and timeously.
- Contacts customers regularly as per the call cycle, as well as pre-empting and addressing any potential problems swiftly and efficiently.
- Provides necessary advice and information which will ensure that the products are utilized to their maximum potential.
- Identifies and/or develops promotion/advertising opportunities in his/her sales area, ensuring a suitable return on investment is achieved.
- Participates actively in the planning and conducting of exhibitions, show-displays and in-store promotions, managing all expense to within the agreed budget
- Ensures shelf space and displays in outlets are of the highest standard (negotiate RSP’s, correct PI labels, maximise facings, stock rotation, expired stock removal, etc).
- Completes orders clearly and legibly, and with all details as prescribed.
- Supplies and updates stock forecasting budgets as and when required.
- Regularly submits feedback, expense claims and any other reports as may be required.
- Assists with the collection of outstanding debts

**REQUIREMENTS**:
**Education**:

- A tertiary qualification, preferably a Marketing Degree (NQF 7) (Preferential)
- Grade 12 (essential)

**Experience**:

- 3 years’ experience as a sales representative, preferably in the Retail industry

**Knowledge**:

- Advanced agricultural knowledge
- Advanced seed production knowledge
- Procurement processes knowledge
- Supply chain and logistics knowledge

  • Starke Ayres: Regional Sales Manager

    7 months ago

    Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Plennegy (Pty) Ltd. Full time

    A role has become available for a Regional Sales Manager for the Eastern Retail Sales Department. The purpose of this role is to maximize returns from the sales of Starke Ayres’ approved range of products by coordinating and managing the Company’s marketing efforts in his/her region within the framework of company policy as determined from time to...

  • Starke Ayres: General Worker

    4 months ago

    Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Plennegy (Pty) Ltd. Full time

    The following position of a General Worker has become available at our Pietermaritzburg Depot. The purpose of this job is to pick stock and make up customer orders as per customer invoice and prepare same for despatch as per customer requirements. **RESPONSIBILITIES**: - Follows stock rotation procedure, FIFO (first in first out), as per Stock Controller...

  • Sales Representatives

    2 weeks ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    Global Direct is seeking experienced Sales Representatives to join our team as Customer Facing Promoters. We are looking for individuals with a professional yet bubbly personality to promote and distribute products from The Unlimited in a fast-paced environment. Our Sales Representatives get paid weekly on a commission structure plus a monthly performance...

  • Sales Representative

    1 month ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    Global Direct is seeking a skilled Sales Representative to join our team in PIETERMARITZBURG. As a Sales Representative, you will be responsible for promoting and distributing high-quality insurance products to customers. This is a customer-facing role that requires a professional and bubbly personality. The ideal candidate will have previous sales...

  • Sales Representative

    4 weeks ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    Global Direct is seeking a talented Sales Representative to join our Face-to-Face sales team in Pietermaritzburg. As a Sales Representative, you will promote and distribute high-quality insurance products to customers, utilizing your exceptional communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients. This is a commission-based position, offering a...

  • Sales Representative

    2 weeks ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Pronel Personnel Full time

    Sales Representative Job Description **Job Summary:** We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Representative to join our team at Pronel Personnel. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, particularly in the farming and agricultural industry. **Key Responsibilities:** * Develop and maintain strong relationships with...

  • Sales Representative

    2 weeks ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    Unlock Your Earning Potential with Global DirectWe are seeking highly motivated and charismatic individuals to join our team as Sales Representatives. As a Sales Representative, you will play a crucial role in promoting and distributing high-quality insurance products to customers across the region.This is a tiered commission-based position, offering a...

  • Sales Representative

    1 month ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    Global Direct is seeking a skilled Sales Representative to join our team in Pietermaritzburg. As a Sales Representative, you will be responsible for promoting and distributing high-quality insurance products to customers in a face-to-face setting. This is a commission-based position with no basic salary, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals who...

  • Sales Representative

    4 weeks ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sales Representative to join our Face-to-Face sales team in Pietermaritzburg. As an Insurance Agent, you will be responsible for promoting and distributing high-quality insurance products to customers.This is a customer-facing role that requires a professional and bubbly personality. The ideal candidate will have...

  • Sales Representative

    4 weeks ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    Job Opportunity at Global DirectWe are seeking a highly motivated and professional Sales Representative to join our Face-to-Face sales team in Pietermaritzburg. As a Sales Representative, you will be responsible for promoting and distributing high-quality insurance products to customers.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain relationships with customers...

  • Sales Representative

    2 months ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    We are seeking a talented Sales Representative to join our team at Global Direct. As a Sales Representative, you will play a crucial role in promoting and distributing high-quality insurance products to customers in the region.This is a commission-based position with no basic salary, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals with a professional and...

  • Sales Representative

    2 weeks ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    Job Opportunity at Global DirectWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Sales Representative to join our team in Pietermaritzburg.The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to promote and distribute high-quality insurance products to customers in a face-to-face environment.This is a commission-based position with a guaranteed monthly performance bonus,...

  • Starke Ayres: Driver Light Motor Vehicle

    5 months ago

    Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Plennegy (Pty) Ltd. Full time

    The following position of a Driver - Light Motor Vehicle has become available at our Depot in Pietermaritzburg. The purpose of this job is exclusively engaged in driving cars and light motor vehicles (less than GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT of 3000kg) to and from various locations to collect and deliver goods/documents/ people. Responsible for cleaning and routine...

  • Sales Representative

    4 weeks ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    Unlock Your Earning Potential with Global DirectWe are seeking highly motivated and charismatic individuals to join our team as Sales Representatives in Pietermaritzburg. As a Sales Representative, you will play a crucial role in promoting and distributing high-quality insurance products to customers, leveraging our proven sales system to achieve exceptional...

  • Sales Representative

    2 months ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    We are seeking a highly motivated and professional Sales Representative to join our team at Global Direct in PIETERMARITZBURG. As a Sales Representative, you will be responsible for promoting and distributing high-quality insurance products to customers.This is a customer-facing role that requires a professional and bubbly personality. You will be working in...

  • Sales Representative

    1 month ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    Global Direct is seeking a skilled Sales Representative to join our team in Pietermaritzburg. As a Face-to-Face Sales Professional, you will promote and distribute high-quality insurance products to customers. This is a commission-based position with a guaranteed monthly performance bonus. Key requirements include a passed Matric (50% average), a South...

  • Sales Representative

    5 months ago

    Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Perfect Placement Solutions Full time

    Vacancies (Remote) Position: Sales Representative Area: Pietermaritzburg Minimum Requirements: Matric (Grade 12). At least 5 years sales and marketing experience. Must be able to work independently. Achieve monthly/quarterly and annual sales targets. Build, grow and manage relationships with new and existing customers. Strong communication and...

  • Sales Representatives

    2 months ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    We are seeking Sales Representatives with previous sales experience in a fast-paced environment. A professional yet approachable personality is preferred for this customer-facing role. Our company, Global Direct, promotes and distributes products from The Unlimited. Our agents receive a weekly commission structure plus a monthly performance bonus. A detailed...

  • Sales Representative

    4 months ago

    Pietermaritzburg, South Africa RedCat Recruitment Full time

    RedCat Recruitment is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced **SALES REPRESENTATIVE **for an international manufacturing concern, position based in **Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.** Grade 12. Valid driver’s license / own reliable vehicle. Previous external sales experience is essential, manufacturing industry experience a strong...

  • Sales Representative

    2 weeks ago

    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Global Direct Full time

    We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to promote and distribute high-quality insurance products to customers in the PIETERMARITZBURG area.This is a tiered commission-based position with no basic salary, requiring a professional and bubbly personality to excel in a customer-facing role.Previous sales experience in a face-to-face environment is an...