Account Developer at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa, Mthatha
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa · Mthatha, Eastern Cape
Overview
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa is hiring an Account Developer in Mthatha. This is a great opportunity for a young sales professional who enjoys building relationships with customers while representing one of the most recognisable brands in the country. You will be responsible for growing sales and maintaining strong client partnerships within your allocated area. If you are driven, enjoy working with people and want to build a career in the beverage industry, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
About the role
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa is looking for a motivated Account Developer to join their team in Mthatha. In this role, you will be the face of the company for your allocated customers, helping to grow sales and build lasting business relationships.
What the role involves:
- Managing and developing a portfolio of existing customer accounts in your area
- Identifying opportunities to grow sales within your assigned territory
- Building strong relationships with store owners, managers and staff
- Ensuring products are correctly merchandised and displayed in stores
- Monitoring stock levels and ensuring orders are placed on time
- Providing excellent customer service and resolving any account issues
- Reporting on sales performance and market activities
This is a field based sales role, which means you will spend most of your time visiting customers in and around Mthatha. You will need to be someone who is comfortable working independently, managing your own time and staying motivated to meet sales targets.
If you enjoy working with people and have a passion for sales, this is a great chance to grow your career with Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification
- Previous sales or customer service experience will be an advantage
- Valid driver's license and own reliable transport
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Willingness to work in the field and travel within the allocated area
- Computer literacy (basic Microsoft Office skills)
- Good numerical skills for reporting and sales tracking
Responsibilities
- Visit customers within your allocated area on a regular basis to build and maintain relationships
- Grow sales volumes and revenue by identifying opportunities with existing accounts
- Ensure Coca-Cola products are displayed correctly and merchandised according to company standards
- Monitor stock levels at customer premises and assist with placing orders
- Resolve customer queries and complaints promptly and professionally
- Track and report on sales performance against targets
- Gather market intelligence on competitor activity and customer needs
- Execute promotional activities as required by management
Job details
- Organisation
- Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
- Location
- Mthatha, Eastern Cape
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Entry
- Education
- Matric
- Category
- Sales & Business Dev
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
Make your application stand out
When applying for this Account Developer role at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa, focus your CV on any sales or customer service experience you have. Even if it was part time work or holiday jobs, mention it. The company wants to see that you enjoy working with people and can handle targets.
Since this is a field based role, make sure your CV clearly states that you have a valid driver's license and your own transport. If you have done any work involving stock takes, merchandising or dealing with customers in a store environment, highlight that too.
In an interview, be ready to give examples of how you built relationships or solved a problem for a customer. Coca-Cola is a brand that values service excellence, so show them you take pride in doing things properly.
Also remember that Mthatha is a busy area with many small shops and businesses. If you know the local market well, mention that. It shows you understand the customers you will be serving.
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