Job Description

The company suppliers a range of kitchen equipment offering a company car, medical aid and provident fund benefits

Champion and drive the success of the brand and it's solutions

Develop strategies to grow, promote and maximise the brand's profits and share in the market while ensuring customer satisfaction

Work in conjunction with the company to achieve sales targets and the planned increase of market share via excellent customer service, appropriate sales and marketing activities and effective stock management

Maintain a current knowledge of market conditions and competition

Maintain and grow the dealer network and the end-user network

Set up and deliver sales presentations, product/service demonstrations, cooking demonstatons and other sales solutions to customers and various decision-making audiences

Communicate the brand identity and corporate position to target markets.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of competitor's products, services, and solutions for comparison.

Responsible for weekly/monthly/quarterly sales data and reports.

Manage sales, and purchasing to maximize develop rollout guides, training materials, and implementation plans for new products when needed.

Identify opportunities across various market segments and develop action plans to improve performance in all market segments.

Track performance on all SKUs.

Develop a monthly promotional calendar to enhance sales and profits.

Present promotional calendar for approval.

Conduct dealer visits to monitor product performance and make recommendations.

Develop forecasts to ensure proper inventories are maintained in the warehouse.

Requirements:

Grade 12

Relevant professional cookery / tertiary qualification or an acceptable combination of education and professional cookery experie

Three - five years proven work experience as a chef - Essential.

Three- five years direct work experience in a similar capacity in the same or similar industries.

Three - five years strategic leadership - ability to drive both short and long-term brand growth and profitability.

Experience in building and nurturing brands (highly desirable)

Driver's license

Able to travel regularly.

Business acumen and good understanding of business processes and functions

Strong work ethic

Skills and Experience:

Energetic and passionate about the brand.

High level of energy and enthusiasm.

Service delivery and outcomes driven.

High accuracy levels and strong attention to detail.

Strong communication skills for engaging at a senior level.

Strong administration skills.

Ability to meet tight deadlines.

Ability to contribute to setting and achieving of budgets.

Highly effective in building and maintaining customer and supplier relationships.

Strong communication and influence skills - clear, concise, and persuasive in style.

Energized by an entrepreneurial environment - not afraid to do things themselves to get things done. Comfortable making decisions with limited information and resources.

Analytical skills - ability to convert analysis into insights, sustainable strategies, and actionable plans.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R30000,00 - R33000,00 per month

Education:

Certificate (Preferred)
Experience:

Cheffing: 3 years (Required) marketing: 3 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person