Company Description

About Publicis Commerce

Informed by data, our passionate team strives to deliver Hero Moments for our clients’ brands in the final mile of the retail customer journey. We pride ourselves on being able to provide winning client solutions delivered across 7 core capability areas: Data & Consumer Insights; Shopper Marketing & Integrated RTM; Field Marketing; Events & Activations; Promotional, Risk, Reward & Loyalty and Retail POS Strategy.

Job Description

The purpose of this role is to present and demonstrate product to school learners to create awareness around feminism and what young girls must go through during life cycle changes, educate the learners, and meet daily/weekly/monthly targets.

This person will be responsible for, but not limited to travel and visit schools (formal and/or informal areas) as prescribed by the business.

Important to note that the Brand Representative might be requested to make bookings for themselves or others in the event of down time (school holidays and / or exam times).

It is important that this person is flexible and able to execute all objectives against the requirements

Basic :R7 500.00

Travel Allowance :R3 000.00

Cell phone :R1 000.00 

QualificationsMatric

Additional Information

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and expand trusted relationships (internal and external)Ensure quality presentation and product demonstration is delivered to the audienceHanding out of samplesAct as the key interface between the audience and brandQuickly report on and act to resolve any challenges, deal with complaints to maintain trust with all stakeholdersPrepare regular reports of progress and forecasts to internal and external stakeholders using recommended form of feedbackEnsure that learners are knowledgeable on the brand/productRepresent and promote the brand in a professional mannerReport on market trends and insights

 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Relationships:

Establish and maintain a professional relationship with all stakeholders (internal & external).Ability to engage with the audience on relevant client products.Ability to speak and engage with different target audiences and think on their feet to ensure that relevant questions can be answered where and when applicable.Build a trust relationship by coming across as approachable to learners and school representatives.

Operational Excellence:

Ensure KPI’s are met daily, weekly, monthly.Respond to all queries and requests timeously.Suggest actions to exceed the client expectations and identify opportunities for growth.Accountable for the success and execution against the set KPI’s.In-directly responsible for all audiences to create an exceptional product experience by demonstrating product knowledge, assessing learner’s needs by actively listening and providing solutions to maximize learner interaction, satisfaction and brand loyalty.Confidently display passion with regards to what is being presented and/or demonstrated.Manage time effectively and ensure that all appointments are kept to and that external and internal stakeholder’s expectations are met at all times, no exceptions.Management of the sampling stock is of utmost importance, seeing that this carries value and must be kept safe and clean at all times.

Reporting:

Ensure all concerns and/or developments are timeously brought to the attention of your line manager.Constantly report back on the prescribed operating system (online capturing system). Capture feedback immediately after each session, before checking out.You will be required to report back on the samples handed out at each session and this will be reconciled against the number of learners that you have presented to. Any loss or damaged samples will have to be replaced at the cost of the employee.Assets of a high value will be issued to the Brand Representative and must be taken care of and kept in a good condition at all times. Any loss or damage to the assets provided will have to be replaced at the cost of the employee.

Processes:

Ensure compliance against all internal and external processes, policies and procedures are adhered to.

Development:

Demonstrate productivity and self-improvement (online training tools and learning portal).

KNOWLEDGE NEEDED TO DO THE JOB COMPETENTLY

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have exceptionally strong relationship and time management skills and be able to demonstrate their ability to be able to deal with deadlines and targets.Must be self motivated and disciplined.Must be able to work in both the informal and formal sector.Must be available to work full day’s, Monday to Friday.Must be able to think on your feet and act / respond to challenges accordingly (in line with requirements – i.e don’t answer any sex related questions; don’t get emotionally attached; don’t share your personal details or experiences; can’t be judgemental, cant provide medical advice, etc.).Must have own reliable vehicle.Current roadworthy certificate.Valid driver’s license.Must have own reliable smart phone that will have sufficient memory to download additional applications and store pictures.Ability to deliver an educational talk on puberty (in line with training received).Clearly explain products’ performance and usage vs competition, as well as general feminine hygiene and healthcare tips (in line with training received).

PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE

Required for Competence:

Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a sales / training roleExperience in working in a high pressure, fast paced environmentEvidence of experience working independently, with little or no supervision Demonstrate the ability to deliver excellent presentation experience and have an ever lasting impactDisplay a professional and ethical behaviourReporting through business online reporting tools

GENERAL ATTRIBUTES

Required for Competence:

Ability to work unsupervisedSelf-MotivatedAble to multitaskWork well under pressure Acute attention to detailExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to meet tough deadlinesFlexibilityExecution drivenResults drivenIntegrityResilienceStrong communication skillsStrong navigation skillsInitiativePlanning ability

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Required for Competence:

Presentation skillsPublic SpeakingProblem SolvingNegotiation techniquesTimely manner and aspire to deliver a positive audience experienceA good understanding of the importance of building strong relationshipsStrong communication skills (both verbal and written)A good understanding of the formal and informal sector