Local Area Representative

The key purpose of this position is to provide a market driven service that builds sustainable competitiveness within clearly identified channels which delivers sustainable growth in brand equity.

Key Outputs and Responsibilities:

• Achieve volume and market share targets.
• Provide a professional and innovative Sales Service.
• Implementation of National and Regional promotions.
• Understand and develop consumer insights.
• Manage stock rotation and merchandising in outlets.
• Initiate relevant beer selling opportunities to grow volume and market share.
• Foster close relationships with customer to benefit sales.
• Manage market activities and assist in identifying opportunities.
• Control budgets and provide reports.
• Ensure brand / pack availability.
• Implement sales projects and have the ability to track progress and ROI.

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• High energy and drive – ability to work under pressure.
• Broad business skills – able to give general advice.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to think analytically.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Good numerical skills.
• Good interpersonal skills – friendly and able to interact with the entire demographic spectrum.
• Mature and streetwise.
• Ability to be innovative and be creative.
• Good implementation skills.

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma in Marketing/ Business Management/ Anything related.
• Two years’ experience in the FMCG industry.
• A valid code 08 driver’s license.

Additional Information:

• Band: XI

AB InBev is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in-line with AB InBev employment equity plan and talent requirements. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted. The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for short-listing.