Grocery Sales Representative - Supermarkets

Saleslink Group is a longstanding, well-known and respected national sales and field service provider that was established in 1997. 

We operate nationally across a number of retail channels, including grocery, pharmacy, hardware, department stores and automotive.

Tarneit, Werribee, Sunbury, Geelong, Melton, Point Cook & surrounding areas This will include a regional trip & overnight stay.

COMPETITIVE SALARY BASED ON EXPERIENCE + NEGOTIABLE CAR ALLOWANCE.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Part-Time Grocery Sales Rep to join our team selling both iconic and traditional brands as well as new and innovative products. The ideal candidate will have a strong Sales background, with experience selling within Corporate / Independent Groceries or Pharmacies.

The primary purpose of the role is to effectively manage, promote and sell our clients' products within the Grocery / Pharmacy Retail trade in order to maximise brand exposure, sales volumes and profits.   

Key responsibilities:

• Selling, negotiation, and objection handling skills
• Managing a client base of Grocery Retailers
• Achieving sales and volume budgets
• Growing the client base and developing new business opportunities
• Building and maintaining outstanding relationships with all groups and store owners in your territory
• Innovative Visual Merchandising skills utilising display material and activating in store promotions.
• Execution and development of accurate Planograms / Shelf Management
• Providing retailers with increased awareness and product knowledge

To be successful in the role you will need to have:

• A demonstrated Sales background in Grocery or Pharmacy with strong selling experience
• Experience in Sales Rep role servicing Independents and / or Pharmacy is an advantage.
• FMCG experience is preferred but not essential.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Given the autonomous nature of this role, you are comfortable working independently.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, ability to operate iPad / iPhone and internet knowledge.
• The capacity to develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels.
• A genuine passion for achieving goals and developing the business through your negotiation, selling and merchandising skills.
• Available to do regional trips.
• Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle

You will be rewarded with:

• An opportunity for advancement in a growing and dynamic company
• Ongoing training, coaching and support.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this exciting position, please send your resume now.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.