External Sales Representative (Packaging Consumables)

SUMMARY:
A national market leader seeks to employ an experienced packaging and consumable EXTERNAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE (PACKAGING CONSUMABLES) to service the retail, butchery, hospitality, catering and FMCG sectors.

POSITION INFO:

Title: External Sales Representative (Packaging Consumables)

Area: Newcastle (and surrounding areas)

Industry: FMCG & Food Packaging Consumables

Ref No.: TRG 2531

Salary: Basic salary (R20k – R40kpm Neg on exp) + 13th Cheque + Incentives + Company Vehicle + Fuel Allowance + Travel/Live-out allowance + National growth career prospects available

Start Date: ASAP / Neg.

Type: Permanent

Special Instructions:

• “Non- negotiable” Proven external sales experience within packaging, FMCG, food service, and/or wholesale experience – must have reflected on CV applications)
• “Employed / In the field candidates” with a proven track record with “big brand packaging company” sales experience, who are able to hit the ground running are welcome to apply.

A national market leader seeks to employ an experienced packaging and consumable EXTERNAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE (PACKAGING CONSUMABLES) to service the retail, butchery, hospitality, catering and FMCG sectors.

• This position is based in Newcastle and will service the broader regions.
• We require a hunter salesperson with a passion for building relationships, opening new accounts and driving profitable growth.
• Highly motivated who thrives being on the road (Not a desk-bound position).
• We require an industry experienced individual who enjoys chasing targets and understand how to grow market share in a competitive environment. (Not an order taker)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and secure new business opportunities
• Grow sales within existing accounts
• Build strong relationships with retailers, butcheries, wholesalers, and FMCG sectors including high volume packaging requiring customers
• Conduct regular customer visits and route planning across the Newcastle and metro regions
• Achieve monthly sales and GP targets
• Manage pricing, quotations, and negotiations
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends
• Ensure effective communication between customers and internal operations teams
• Drive profitable growth, not just turnover

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Proven external sales experience (packaging, FMCG, food service, or wholesale experience required)
• Strong track record in new business development
• Self-motivated and target-driven
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Valid driver’s licence
• Computer literate
• Ability to work independently and manage territory effectively
• Traceable & contactable references
• Local residency or relocation required

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Only applications from suitably experienced candidates who meet the requirements of this vacancy will be considered.

Please attach all relevant supporting documentation, including (where applicable):

• Tertiary and secondary qualifications
• Professional memberships and/or partnerships
• Trade, training, and/or in-house certificates
• Relevant operating, vehicle, hardware, or equipment licences
• Previous employment references with contactable details
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum requirements.
• If you do not receive feedback within three (3) weeks of submitting your application,