JOB DESCRIPTION:
A leading company in the stationery industry is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Chain Store Coordinator to manage relationships with key retail partners. The candidate should be able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively to ensure smooth operations and high customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will report to the National Sales Manager.
Start Date: 1st November 2024
Company Benefits:
- Company vehicle and fuel
- Cell phone
- Laptop
Salary Structure:
- Basic: R 11 250.00
- Comm: R 13 750.00
Total: R25 000.00 per month
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
- Responsible for sales to retail chain store accounts.
- Selection, and achievement of listing products, range, and pricing.
- The above arrangements are to be discussed with the Managing Director and National Sales Manager.
- Review outstanding payments for assigned customers.
- Responsible for checking the rebate deductions made by the assigned customers and getting authorization from the managing Director on the rebates.
- Responsible for the appointments of Sales agents.
- Procurement of Retail Chains for Pentel S.A.
- Maintain and grow Chain Stores.
- Introduce and control promotion and activities on these accounts.
- Once a year range change negotiation.
- Calling on chain stores to ensure correct merchandising.
- Control merchandising agents.
- Training of merchandising agents
- Managing of Sales Distributor (BSC)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in retail, supply chain management, or coordination roles (preferably in the stationery or FMCG industry)
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize under pressure
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of merchandising and retail store operations
- Experience in liaising with chain store managers or buyers
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