Job Opportunities

Job Description

KWV a renowned South African brand and industry leader in the production of world-class wines, and other spirits a vacancy for a Business Developer Representative, based in Gauteng North.

• Reporting to: Regional Sales Manager: Gauteng North
• Department: SA Sales
• Division: Commercial  

Purpose: To promote KWV brands and products within a specific geographic area by visiting Liquor outlets (mostly Off Trade outlets) as per a contracted call cycle to increase visibility and with the aim of driving increased sales.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12, a relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous

• At least 2 years relevant experience in FMCG
• Experience in the Liquor industry will be advantageous
• Computer literate on an advanced level
• Must have a valid driver's license without endorsements as well have own vehicle
• Availability for frequent business travel and overnight stay

Skills Required:

• Strong sales skills and experience

• Sound communication skills and the ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Strong negotiating, relationship building and networking skills
• Must have a passion for interacting with customers and a passion for customer service
• Must be self-motivated, innovative and self-driven

Job Summary:

• Develop and manage sound customer relationships
• Educate consumers regarding KWV brands
• Drive distribution i.e. availability
• Handle customer and consumer complaints and queries
• Manage sales administration requirements i.e. prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports
• Visit customers as per a fix contracted call cycle
• Implementation of the KWV way of selling
• Negotiate displays and pricing
• Ensure the implementation of the Sales Drivers
• Implement promotions and Point of sale/merchandising in store

Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from underrepresented groups aligned with our Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from us within one month of the closing date of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.

Please note that any personal information that you shared will be used for the purposes of applying for a role with KWV as advertised above. This information may be shared with authorised Warshay Investments (Pty) Ltd ("KWV") representatives (internal and contracted external parties) as required. Should you h