This job is for a Sales Consultant at Montego Pet Nutrition, a well-known pet food company based in South Africa. You will work in Centurion, Gauteng, and be responsible for growing the company’s presence in stores across your assigned area. The role involves building relationships with customers, planning sales strategies, and ensuring the right products are available in the right places.

As a Sales Consultant, you will manage a specific geographical area and work to increase sales and customer loyalty. You will analyze sales data, customer behavior, and product performance to create a detailed business plan for your area. This includes identifying new opportunities in stores like supermarkets, vet clinics, and large retailers, and making sure Montego’s products are well-positioned and promoted.

You will work closely with customers to help them meet their sales targets and optimize their store layouts. This includes suggesting deals, arranging promotional stock, and supporting national campaigns. You will also help customers manage stock levels, especially for products nearing expiry, and advise them on new products, promotions, and price changes.

Another key part of the job is building strong relationships with clients, from small stores to big retailers. You will visit stores regularly, plan in-store promotions, and ensure merchandisers are prepared to execute them. You will also handle customer queries, provide training on new products, and monitor compliance with returns policies.

On the administrative side, you will complete customer surveys, manage telesales calls, and keep track of sales reports. You will handle emails, maintain sales data in systems like Repsly and PowerBI, and ensure your company vehicle is in good working condition. Planning and organizing your route and visits will be important, as will staying up to date with industry trends and customer needs.