Dis-Chem Pharmacies (CJ Sales) requires a National Sales Manager. The purpose of the role is to extend business and increase sales for Private Label by researching, compiling and presenting service/sales proposals to prospective new and existing clients. As a National Sales Manager, you should use your creativity and thorough knowledge of sales processes to provide innovative ideas for business growth

 
Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric or Senior Certificate
• 5 Years Management experience in Sales/Marketing/ Brand / Category or promotions

 Advantageous:

• Diploma / Degree within Retail, Sales or any relevant qualification
• Relevant experience in Retail

Job Specification…

Strategy Development:

• Prepare and contribute to the development of the strategic plan in addition to preparing your own departmental budget.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies.
  
• Lead nationwide sales team members to achieve sales targets.
  
• Negotiate and close agreements with large customers.
  
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts.
  
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics and suggest improvements.
  
• Establish sales objectives by forecasting annual sales targets for regions/territories, sales volume and profit for existing and new products.

• Ensure representatives adhere to the group requirements and implementation at all times.
  
• Attend regular and relevant training and development courses.
  
• Ensure Sales Reps go on training and that relevant feedback is received.

Sales Targets:

• Determine sales targets for in-store sales consultants, which is region and store specific.
  
• Monitor sales targets and intervene when needed to determine areas of improvement and to enhance effectiveness.
  
• Ensure stock levels in stores are in line with set sales targets as per business requirements and promotional objectives.

Competencies

Essential:

• Retail, promotions, sales, stock management, reporting, product knowledge
• Developing accurate sales forecasts, setting realistic targets, and managing sales budgets effectively
• Utilizing CRM systems to manage customer interactions, track sales activities, and build long-term relationships
• Financial skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Quality orientation
• Leadership & management skills

Special conditions of employment:

• Offsite travelling
• South African Citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s licence and own reliable transport

 
Remuneration and benefits:

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.