Job Description

Westfalia Fruit Products, situated in Midrand, has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experiencedRegional Sales Manager.

Reporting to the Sales and Marketing Manager. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the management of the South African and Middle Eastern retail, food service and wholesale accounts on a national level. This includes fresh avocado, fresh mango, and other fresh fruit and vegetables. It includes the management of key accounts, logistics, liaising with 3rd party service providers i.e., distributors, cold storages, and Sales & Merchandisers. The role also includes new business and product development in the retail and food service sector.

Qualifications/ Experience:

• Degree in sales/marketing
• Experience in Sales & marketing
• Deliveries Management
• Experience in Retail (fresh and processed products)

Knowledge:

• Knowledge in Retail industry
• Be able to negotiate with buyers and Sales managers
• Managing Budgets
• Must have knowledge for new business opportunities

Skills:

• Strategically strong
• Sound reporting skills
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiations skills
• Fluency in business English
• Priorities and organize sales activities
• Passion for Marketing & sales

Attitude / Behaviour:

• Pleasant and energetic, with well-developed interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy
• Ability to work successfully under pressure
• Strong achievement orientation
• Self-starter and ability to work independently
• Strong achievement orientation
• Accountability
• Must be willing to travel

Salary:

• The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package which comprises provident fund, insured benefits, medical aid and an option to structure an annual bonus

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