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                    Pioneer
                    (Pioneer)
                
                
                    
                    
                        
                        
                             
                                Overview
                        
                        
                            
                                Reference 
                            
                                Pioneer 
                        
                            
                                Salary 
                            
                                ZAR/month 
                        
                            
                                Job Location 
                            
                                - South Africa -- Motheo District -- Bloemfontein
                            
                         
                        
                            
                                Job Type 
                            
                                Permanent 
                        
                            
                                Posted 
                            
                                26 June 2025 
                        
                     
                    
                 
                
                    
                    
                    
                    
                         Our client is looking for a high-energy, people-oriented Pioneer to join their growing team. This is a field-based role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, with a passion for engaging customers, expanding market reach, and driving volume in the retail and wholesale beverage space. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, influential, and eager to represent a fresh, purpose-led brand in the marketplace. 
Responsibilities 
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Bring enthusiasm and energy to every engagement and activation 
 
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Drive regional volume, value, distribution, and market share targets 
 
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Support and train Business Partner teams in-store and on the ground 
 
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Expand outlet footprint by targeting, pitching, and securing new listings 
 
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Maintain a regular call cycle for strategic customers and key accounts 
 
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Ensure consistent product availability and manage stock rotation across channels 
 
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Oversee asset placement and territorial management (e.g., branded coolers) 
 
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Identify and implement tactical promotions and in-store solutions 
 
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Build and nurture long-term customer and distributor relationships 
 
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Execute and assist with national and regional account activations 
 
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Conduct cost-benefit and needs analyses for existing and potential customers 
 
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Generate and follow up on leads through outreach and cold calling 
 
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Resolve customer issues and communicate feedback effectively 
 
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Monitor competitor activity and market trends for continuous improvement 
 
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Manage and utilise sample and promotional stock effectively 
 
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Submit timely and accurate administrative reports, trade analysis, and territory performance updates 
 
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Coordinate with sales teams, redistributors, and merchandising partners 
 
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Plan and manage product sampling aligned with outlet and consumer targets 
 
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Participate in and support events, activations, and customer-facing promotions 
 
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Follow a structured call cycle and maintain a high call success rate 
 
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Record customer data and interactions using RepForce daily 
 
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Generate orders and track sampling and free stock usage monthly 
 
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Keep prospective customer plans and trade activation schedules up to date 
 
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Ensure customer master data is accurate and current 
 
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Conduct monthly performance reviews with agents and document action points 
 
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Undertake trade visits and collaborate closely with Business Partners 
 
 
Key Skills 
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Strong sales, negotiation, and presentation abilities 
 
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
 
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Self-motivated, driven, and able to work independently 
 
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Solid organisational and time management capability 
 
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Ability to build and maintain productive professional relationships 
 
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Confident, energetic, and solution-oriented 
 
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High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities 
 
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Team player with strong people skills and a service-driven mindset 
 
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Comfortable working in field-based roles with travel demands 
 
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Tech-savvy and able to use digital reporting tools effectively  
 
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Minimum of 2 years’ sales experience, preferably in beverages or FMCG 
 
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Proven sales track record and credible references 
 
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Strong computer literacy 
 
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Previous customer service experience 
 
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Own a reliable car and possess a valid driver’s licence 
 
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Passionate about people, product, and purpose-driven brands 
 
 
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