Salesman

Sales of spices product.As a Sales Representative or ‘Rep’, it would be your job to sell your company’s products or services. You would be responsible for finding and winning new customers, as well as looking after existing customer accounts.

You could specialise in one area of consumer goods, such as spices like haldi,mirch,dhaniyan powder,various type of masala like sabji ,garam,meat,chiken,biryani,sattu,besan etc goods. Depending on your market, your customers might be wholesalers, shops, businesses, manufacturers or individuals within your specific geographical area.

Examples of a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods sales rep’s day-to-day tasks are likely to include:

- Keeping in contact with existing customers in person and by phone
- Making appointments with and meeting new customers
- Agreeing sales, prices, contracts and payments
- Meeting sales targets
- Promoting new products and any special deals
- Advising customers about delivery schedules and after-sales service
- Recording orders and sending details to the sales office
- Giving feedback on sales trends

With experience and a good track record, you could progress to a larger sales territory or more important accounts. You could also be promoted to Sales Team Leader or Area or National Sales Manager.

Changing Fast Moving Consumer Goods sector and employer is also a good tactic for career advancement, as FMCG sales skills are fairly transferable.

**How much do you make in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Sales?**

Figures are intended as a guideline only. Many companies offer commission, although some FMCG sales reps earn commission only as freelancers. Many successful FMCG salespeople make a lot more than their base salary thanks to the commission structure.

**Reasons for working in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Sales**

You may often choose your own working hours, as long as you meet sales targets.

**Hardest part of working in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Sales**

Your hours could be long and irregular, with a lot of travelling time. It can also be difficult hitting sales targets, and relying on sales to boost your earnings via commission.

**What qualifications do you need to work in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Sales?**

You’ll need a good general education, but your sales skills and experience count for more than your formal qualifications.

If you’re new to sales, you could take an introductory qualification such as the Institute of Sales and Marketing Management (ISMM) Level 2 Award in Basic Sales Skills or Level 2 Certificate in Sales and Marketing.

Alternatively, you could start as an Administrator in a sales office. It also may help to have some previous experience in retailing or customer service.

You may be able to get into FMCG sales through an apprenticeship scheme. To find out more, visit the Government’s Apprenticeships website.

Most employers provide in-house training on their products, sales techniques and sales administration systems. You will also develop your general sales skills on the job.

Your training may include the chance to achieve work-based NVQs at levels 2, 3 and 4 in Sales.

You may also be able to gain qualifications from professional bodies such as the Institute of Sales and Marketing Management (ISMM), the Managing and Marketing Sales Association (MAMSA) or the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). Contact the relevant body for more details.

**Skills needed to work in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Sales?**

To succeed at FMCG sales, you’ll need:

- Excellent sales and negotiation skills
- Good communication and ‘people skills’
- Confidence, motivation and determination
- The ability to work well on your own and also as part of a team
- Good organisational and time management skills
- The ability to deal with rejection
- Attention to detail
- The ability to develop in-depth knowledge about your products and markets
- Good business sense and a professional manner

**Search for Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Sales jobs on Totaljobs**

Fast-moving consumer goods refer to products that are consumed regularly and quickly replaced. FMCG companies play a crucial role in meeting consumers’ everyday needs. They manufacture and distribute a wide range of consumer goods that are essential for daily life, including food and beverages, personal care products, cleaning supplies, and more. FMCG companies also focus on effective marketing strategies, supply chain management, and distribution to ensure their products are readily available to consumers.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

**Experience**:

- total work: 5 years (required)

License/Certification:

- LMV Licence (required)

Work Location: In person