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Sales Executive: Gauteng

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Diageo

Sales Executive: Gauteng

Johannesburg, South Africa

The purpose of the role is to grow Diageo share of market in the On Trade by increasing spirits penetration, driving recruitment of consumers into Diageo's spirits portfolio and building superior customer relationships to ultimately outperform the competition.

Top Accountabilities.

1. Territory analysis, planning and execution to drive volume/value growth and achievement of KPIs.

2. Execute formal on trade strategy as per defined standards of excellence in Business Plans and Cycle activity.

3. Collaborate and build superior relationships with the On Trade and Redistributor customers servicing relevant territory.

4. Educate and empower outlet staff to become advocates of Diageo brands through educational marketing platforms and other in-store staff incentive programs.

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5. Plan and collaborate with Reserve Ambassadors to win with the Reserve Portfolio in the right outlets and with the right consumers.

6. Execute out of channel opportunities and occasions in line with brand/customer marketing guidelines.

7. 100% adherence to customer calls as per guidelines per outlet, assigned route and frequency.

8. Manage territory budget and adhere to Measurement and Evaluation business principles.

9. Live and adhere to the Diageo compliance agenda and code of business conduct.

Experience, Qualifications & Skills

Qualifications
  • Driver's license
  • 3 year diploma/degree will be an added advantage


Experience
  • 2-3 years sales experience essential, preferably in the FMCGG/beverage industry


Key Skills
  • Brand and Category Knowledge (Customer)
  • Customer Understanding
  • Shopper Understanding and Insights
  • Outlet Segmentation
  • Joint Customer Planning
  • Plan and Develop Executional Standards


Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and listened to, is a crucial part of this. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a better world. We know that for our business to thrive and for Diageo to realise its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base.

Join us, and you'll be part of an organisation that embraces diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you'll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You'll be part of - and help build - an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more. And you'll help us champion inclusion and diversity across our entire business: with our employees, our suppliers, across our brands, and within the communities in which we operate.

Client-provided location(s): Johannesburg, South Africa
Job ID: Diageo-JR1107043
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Pension
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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