The Opportunity<\/p>\n
\tThis position works out of our Johannesburg location in the\u00a0Nutrition Division.\u00a0In this division our nutrition business develops\u00a0science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands \u2013 including Similac\u00ae, PediaSure\u00ae, Pedialyte\u00ae, Ensure\u00ae, Glucerna\u00ae and ZonePerfect\u00ae \u2013 to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.<\/p>\n
What You\u2019ll Do<\/p>\n
\tDeliver\u00a0flawless execution\u00a0of sales strategies to smash targets.
\n\tOwn your region\u2019s\u00a0growth, market share, and performance.
\n\tMaster the art of\u00a0SFE KPIs\u00a0\u2013 from call rates to coverage.
\n\tBring promotions to life with\u00a0precision and budget discipline.
\n\tBe the eyes and ears on the ground \u2013\u00a0spot underperformance\u00a0and act fast.
\n\tKeep tabs on pricing and competition with\u00a0monthly surveys.
\n\tEnsure\u00a0perfect product placement\u00a0and\u00a0POS execution.
\n\tBuild\u00a0powerful in-store relationships\u00a0and\u00a0negotiate prime display space.
\n\tLead\u00a0merchandising excellence\u00a0and\u00a0train pharmacy staff.
\n\tCollaborate with reps and managers to ensure\u00a0stock availability\u00a0and\u00a0SKU performance.<\/p>\n
Required Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tBA\/BSc Degree
\n\tMBA\/Postgrad desirable with preferred focus on strategy,\u00a0marketing, and\u00a0finance
\n\tSeasoned experience in sales and\/or\u00a0marketing.
\n\tStrong\u00a0project experience\u00a0in commercial area<\/p>\n
Preferred Qualifications<\/p>\n
\t3 years of pharmacy sales experience is mandatory.
\n\tClose working relationship with head buyers, regional buyers, store managers, regional managers and merchandising partners
\n\tExperience and established pharmacy relationships essential.
\n\tFluent in English and Afrikaans.
\n\tStrong sales track record, sound organizational skills and time management skill
\n\tHistory of superior territory coverage in the Johannesburg area will be an advantage.
\n\tPositive with a can-do attitude.
\n\tIntegrity, initiative, and adaptability.
\n\tEntrepreneurial spirit.
\n\tSkilled negotiator, problem solver, and closer.
\n\tAbility to develop long-term business relationships.
\n\tGood communicator and self-motivated
\n\tBusiness planning acumen and ability.
\n\tComputer literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
\n\tCompliance with company Code of Conduct.<\/p>\n
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