AVI Field Marketing is a shared services business unit within AVI. Field Marketing focuses on sales and merchandising for the beverages, snacking, and cosmetic business units to provide greater focus and to achieve an improved execution at the store level. 

An opportunity has become available for an experienced Sales Representative - Retail to manage and service retail customers in the Inland West region. This role will be responsible for driving sales, optimizing shelf presence, and building strong client relationships.

Line Manager: Area Operations Manager

Direct Reports: 15

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Achieve sales targets and negotiate orders
• Manage stock levels, returns, and promotions
• Ensure accurate pricing and promotional execution
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store management and staff
• Lead and guide merchandisers for effective in-store performance 

Qualifications:

• Completed Grade 12 (Matric) is essential
• A completed tertiary qualification (Business/Sales/Marketing/Retail) is advantageous

Experience Required:

• At least 3 years' experience in a Sales Representative role required
• Experience within FMCG dealing with retail customers (Spar, Makro, etc.)
• Supervisory skills will be an added advantage
• Sound knowledge of the FMCG industry
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel)
• Valid Driver’s License required