11 Oct
Managed People Solutions
Cape Town
Meridian Wine Merchants is in search of a Hybrid Sales Consultant based in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. The ideal candidate for this position will be a highly motivated and knowledgeable professional with a passion for the wine industry.
Responsibilities
- Effectively execute call procedures, in accordance with the SOP on pre, during and post call procedures.
- Effectively execute sales levers at outlet, in accordance with the SOP according to customer call procedure.
- Collect, capture, and maintain accuracy of all wines listed on all wine lists in your sales area as per the wine list data base SOP.
- Effectively execute stock allocation, by managing the stock allocation as per RSM requirements and stock allocation report.
- Submit all expense reports on time as per SOP.
- Log all calls and capturing interaction with customers on the handheld device as per SOP and RSM requirements.
- New product introduction, vintage changes, and upliftment procedure to be carried out as per SOP.
- Client Trade visits to be done as per the RSM’s requirements and according to SOP.
- Deliver customer satisfaction by call cycle management. Effective planning of the call cycle as per contact and coverage SOP.
- Plan and prioritize, demonstrate abilities to manage competing demands.
- Deliver customer satisfaction by assisting new customers in opening accounts, as per SOP on new accounts.
- Recording and promptly acting upon customers’ complaints, queries and requests and feedback accordingly as per Communication SOP and contact grid.
- Identifying and execute promotional opportunities/requirements as per the customers’ needs and promotional SOP.
- Identify training needs of the customer and execute according to a training plan.
- Understand the sales strategy as well as your personal sales target by customer and brand and deliver the result.
- Make yourself aware of the dress code and adhere to it (smart casual) as per SOP.
- Manage and take care of company assets including car, laptop, and handheld devices as per SOP.
- Submit all expense reports on time as per SOP.
Qualifications and experience
- Diploma relating to Sales, Marketing, Hospitality Management or Food and Beverage Management would be beneficial.
- 2-3 years Sales and Merchandising experience in a related FMCG environment / liquor industry.
- CWA Certificate Wine Course.
- Valid Driver's License.
Please do not apply for the position if you do not meet the requirements.
Should you not receive any feedback within 2 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
▶️ Hybrid Sales Consultant | Meridian Wine Merchants | Southern Suburbs Cape Town
🖊️ Managed People Solutions
📍 Cape Town