Job Description
Job Summary
- The Sales Representative is responsible for driving sales growth and ensuring product availability within the assigned territory in the confectionery market.
- This role focuses on direct customer engagement, order taking, and supporting the expansion of brand presence. The ideal candidate has experience in FMCG or confectionery sales, strong communication skills, and a results-driven approach.
Key Responsibilities & Accountability
- Maintain strong product knowledge and stay updated on market trends.
- Ensure consistent sales performance and meet assigned sales targets.
- Manage primary sales activities and ensure product availability and visibility in the market.
- Update and adhere to the planned route to ensure thorough market coverage.
- Proactively ensure reorders from customers and onboard new customers to expand market reach.
- Collect and communicate timely market feedback and competitor insights to management.
- Meeting sales target and surpassing it.
- Judicious use of SFA platform.
- And any other task that may be assigned.
Competencies:
- Customer Focus: Ensures product visibility and strong customer relationships.
- Results Orientation: Meets or exceeds sales targets consistently.
- Market Awareness: Understands confectionery and FMCG market dynamics.
- Communication: Provides clear and timely feedback to management.
- Problem Solving: Identifies and addresses sales challenges effectively.
Requirements & Qualifications
- OND or Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is an advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years’ sales experience, preferably in confectionery or FMCG industries.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
- Basic computer skills for reporting and communication.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of confectionery products and market dynamics.
- Sales execution and customer engagement.
- Route planning and market coverage.
- Market feedback collection and reporting.
- Team collaboration and customer onboarding.