Sales Learnership vacancies - SAB

Key Purpose Statement 

Complete Sales Learnership Programme. The Learnership is a structured integrated learning programme that combines theoretical (formal) training and on-the-job learning (structured work experience). Training programme to be completed, NQF level 4. To implement a market driven differentiated service that builds sustainable competitiveness within the Tavern Class of Trade which delivers sustainable growth in brand equity, sales volume, market share, competitive advantage and corporate reputation. 

Competence Requirements 

A grade 12 qualification is a minimum requirement (A Diploma or Degree would be beneficial) Experience in a sales/marketing/FMCG environment 

Valid unendorsed Code 8 drivers licence 

Computer literacy and experience working with Microsoft Office is essential 

Local area knowledge is a requirement 

Ability to work in a flexible working environment (working on week-ends) 

Commercial Aptitude 

Understands the value chain across sales and marketing and how the roles interact with each other. Proactively seeks out competitor information and includes this in the overall selling task. 

Ability to understand the concept of profitability and the role of pricing, product mix and merchandising in making commercially astute decisions. 

Customer Focus 

Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships. 

Effectively meeting customer needs; taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. Connecting with and developing a strong rapport with customers; collaborating on plans and decisions and proving criticality to the customer. Ability to build authentic relationships across diverse groups of people. 

Accountability 

Being accountable for achieving results and taking responsibility for one’s actions. Takes the role personally and professionally; is a self-starter. A strong achievement orientation. High integrity as a representative of SAB. Flexibility Ability to adapt behaviour to changing situations. Open-minded and adjusts priorities in response to unanticipated events. Able to identify issues and resolve problems in the moment. Resilience and endurance in managing extraordinary and flexible working hours. Willing to work weekends and public holidays as required. 

Selling Skills 

Identifying needs and opportunities, leveraging unique value proposition, representing capabilities, and closing sales. Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain support by using appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods. Ability to establish rapport, identify the customer need and gain commitment. Ability to plan, organise and prioritise sales activities. 

Planning and Organising 

Work with the Sales Lead to developing specific plans to leverage SAB’s value proposition and unique competitive advantage against customer needs. Focuses on the detail and executes plans meticulously to exceed customer expectation. Excellent administration skills. 

Output and Accountabilities 

Customer Development Manage and build customer relationships with Tavern owners Drive weekly customer calls per outlet to build effective partnerships and resolve customer issues Ensure all customer master data is input, current, correct and maintained Achieve customer sales volume targets Ensure each outlets buys directly from SAB consistently on a weekly basis

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Closing date: 03-10-2018