Job title : Trade Development Representative (Welkom / Kroonstad / Riebeekstad)
Job Location : Free State,
Deadline : October 01, 2025
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As a Trade Development Representative (TDR), you’ll lead a territory and drive commercial success across physical, hybrid, and digital channels. Your impact will be felt through :
Trade & Territory Management
Balance your customer universe (30% in-person, 50% hybrid, 20% remote) to maximize coverage and performance.Use digital engagement tools and back-office support to keep momentum across your portfolio.Build trusted relationships with store owners, managers, and frontline staff, ensuring brand visibility and category education.Brand & Sales Growth
Implement cycle plans, stage brands effectively, and negotiate opportunities that accelerate growth.Deliver brand activations and retail events that spark consumer awareness and trial.Forecast and analyze territory data to identify gaps and opportunities, then act quickly to close them.Digital & Omni-Channel Expansion
Support the transition of stores into the Digital Base, ensuring retailers are equipped and engaged.Conduct both physical and virtual visits to digital outlets, ensuring growth in distribution and sales targets.Partner with digital engagement teams to drive adoption and improve retailer performance.Partnerships & Leadership
Be responsible for third-party field managers and ensure flawless execution of cycle requirements.Provide feedback and insights to management on competitor activity and market trends.Uphold compliance and integrity standards across all trade activities.Who We’re Looking For
Completed MatricBachelor’s Degree / Relevant Tertiary Qualification / Equivalent Work ExperienceA driver's license that is valid for more than 12 months is requiredMinimum 3 years of sales experience within the FMCG / Pharma sector is keyConfirmed experience in working independentlyMinimum 2 years validated experience as leader / manager of a process and / or peopleExperience using digital tools (POS, sales mobile application)Experience using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Strong English Language proficiencySkills & Knowledge
Ability to multi-task and deliver on multiple key topicsResolving conflicts / Problem-solving skillsStrong level of Numeracy and analytical ability and financial literacyCompetencies
Logic and Problem SolvingCritical thinkingSales and Commercial KnowledgeSales Territory ManagementBusiness SenseAbility to sell ideas / influence / negotiateBuilding trust and accountability with diverse partnersPlanning and delivering resultsLearning orientationDecision Making under Pressure and taking ownership of decisionsAbility to mentor and develop othersMedia / Advertising / Branding jobs