Sales Representative - FMCG (January 2027)

A food distribution company based within the Gauteng region is seeking an experienced Sales Representative with a solid background in the restaurant and hospitality sector.

• A minimum of five years’ sales experience within the restaurant and hospitality industry.
• Proven experience in the FMCG sector ( essential).
• A confident, persuasive, and proactive personality, with the ability to conduct cold calls and secure new business.
• A demonstrated ability to identify, pursue, negotiate, and close sales opportunities.
• Excellent networking, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• A self-motivated, target-driven approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of costing and gross profit and must be able to apply it when quoting.
• A valid driver’s licence. A company vehicle will be provided.

• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and growing an established customer base across the Midrand to Rustenburg region.
• Residency requirement: Applicants residing within the Midrand-to-Rustenburg area will be suitably located to service customers throughout the assigned territory. Candidates within the surrounding Areas: Fourways, Centurion and Pretoria East are also suitably located.
• The successful candidate will have the benefits of an existing customer base, with the opportunity to grow their portfolio through increased sales to current customers and acquisition of new accounts . The stronger the sales performance and customer growth, the greater the opportunity to increase commission earnings.
• The role involves regular customer visits, developing existing accounts, increasing product sales within the current customer base, and actively securing new business to expand the territory and maximise commission-earning potential.

• A competitive salary package with commission-based incentives.
• An established customer base with opportunities for further growth.
• The opportunity to increase earnings by growing existing accounts and securing new business.
• A company vehicle for business-related travel.

If you meet the above requirements and reside in or the surrounding areas as stipulated and ready to take your sales career to the next level, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant sales experience, qualifications, and achievements.

Email: ***email_hidden***

Closing Date: 15 November 2026

Please note that HR will not accept telephone enquiries regarding this vacancy. All applications must be submitted via email by the closing date.