Wholesale Apparel Rep - Johannesburg, South Africa - Recruit for Africa

Description

We are looking for a dynamic and competent Wholesale Apparel Rep to join the team in Houghton Estate, Johannesburg. It is vital that the Account Rep must understand the footwear and apparel market and has worked in similar positions. They need to have a good network of established retailers in the marketplace.

The main purpose of the Wholesale Account Rep would be identifying, opening, and developing relevant prospective wholesale accounts, ensuring effective and appropriate distribution in line with the brands strategy.

You will also be required to call on footwear retailers, ladies and mens outfitters, corporate customers, department stores, etc. To achieve budgets set out and achieve market growth across the genders and categories. Furthermore, you will need to be able to identify and develop new customers and channel opportunities. The Wholesale Sales Rep will make use of business intelligence and reporting to have informed engagements with customers.

Skills and Experience required:

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field

Proven work experience as a Sales Rep in the footwear / apparel industry

Familiarity with sales tracking software

Complete understanding of inventory management software

Excellent analytical and negotiation skills

Ability to conduct market research

Detail-oriented and customer-centric individual

Problem-solving ability

Good computer skills

Excellent multitasking and organisational skills

Ability to manage stressful situations

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Strong leadership skills

Ability to leverage business-building opportunities

Salary negotiable depending on experience

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To apply for the Wholesale Account Rep | Johannesburg | Footwear and Apparel Industry please send your CV in a word document together with your CV.

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