Hospitality: Sales Representative Vacancy

My client, a leading supplier of fresh produce to the hospitality industry, is seeking a dynamic and driven Sales Representative to join their team.

Please note: this role is strictly focused on candidates with proven experience in selling fresh consumables to hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality venues. The ideal applicant will bring not only a successful sales track record but also a deep understanding of the industry’s requirements, current trends, and customer expectations.

Purpose of the Role: The role is focused on nurturing and expanding existing client relationships while actively pursuing new business to contribute to the continued growth of the organisation. We are specifically looking for a candidate with previous experience selling fresh consumables to hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality venues, combined with strong insight into the industry’s requirements, trends and customer expectations.

This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate with previous experience in a Chef or F&B role, combined with a strong customer- and sales-centric approach.

Key Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To:

• Manage and grow relationships with existing customers, delivering exceptional service
• Identify, approach, and secure new business opportunities
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly sales targets
• Profile customers and generate high-quality leads
• Maintain accurate records of sales activity and client communication

Criteria

• Proven sales track record in fresh consumables to the hotel and hospitality industry
• Strong knowledge of hospitality sector dynamics and client service expectations
• Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident working independently and managing priorities
• Fluent in spoken and written English and Afrikaans
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport

Remuneration and Benefits

• Market related basic salary
• 3% commission on all sales exceeding monthly targets
• Performance-based incentives
• Company cell phone provided
• Company vehicle or travel allowance

Christine Loopstra:  christine@helderbergpersonnel.co.za

To apply:
https://webapp.placementpartner.com/wi/vacancy/?id=helderbergpersonnel&VacRef=SW005745&preview=a27f2d146e201e080ac8ce9369de0aa4