Sales Rep

Purpose of the Role

The Sales Representative will be responsible for driving revenue growth by promoting and selling our range of food packaging and stationery products, with a primary focus on food packaging solutions. This role centres on expanding market share, building strong client relationships, and leveraging an existing customer base to unlock new business opportunities within the food packaging sector.

Key Responsibilities

Market Expansion: Develop and execute targeted sales strategies to grow market share, with a strong focus on the food packaging industry.

Direct Sales & Business Development: Identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, cold calling, and leveraging your established network within the food packaging and related industries.

Account Management: Maintain and grow your existing clientele while strengthening relationships within the company’s current customer base, particularly in food manufacturing, retail, and packaging sectors.

Product Expertise: Confidently present and promote our food packaging solutions, including PP (Polypropylene) and LD (Low-Density Polyethylene) product ranges, articulating their technical and commercial advantages.

Negotiation & Closing: Secure profitable deals that align with company margins while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Reporting & Market Insights: Prepare accurate sales forecasts, track performance, and provide insights on trends and competitor activity within the market.

Essential Industry Experience

• Proven experience in the food packaging industry (PP & LD environment)
• Strong working knowledge of FSSC (Food Safety System Certification) standards
• Must bring an existing, transferable portfolio of clients within the food packaging sector

Education & Skills

• Grade 12 (Matric) – essential
• Tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing, or a related field – advantageous
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel