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You provide support to Sales team through data analysis, collating feedback and providing insights that enable effective decision making. You are a functional expert on all external and internal databases, systems and tools. You are responsible for evaluating and predicting sales trends in order to help promotional strategies using sales prediction software, drawing up detailed sales reports, and making informed suggestions for how to improve company profitability.WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Collect data from sales reports for analysis.
- Develop methods and strategies for assessing large amounts of data.§Closely study past sales data to determine trends in productivity
- Examine company budget.
- Conduct research into competitive companies and the surrounding market.
- Study shopping and purchase trends of consumer base and target demographic.
- Use sales prediction software to determine future trends.
- Create sales evaluation reports based on collected data.
- Present sales reports to Customer managers, Customer Directors, and/or MDs.
- Suggest adjustments and revisions to promotional strategies to improve sales and profitability.
- Provide suggestions for budget rearrangement and re-allocation of funds to save money.
- Attend and participates in sales strategy meetings.
- Lead informational sessions for staff to explain sales trends and new marketing strategies.
- Assist in implementing budget and marketing changes and evaluates results.
- Draw up reports of improvements or lack thereof in the wake of company restructuring.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE
Experience
- 1 – 3 years’ experience
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of sales software and customer data tools (Smart Shopper, Dunhumby, Nielsens, Shoprite B2B, Spar Insights, MicroStrategy, DataOrbis)
- Possess knowledge of the retail industry.
- Exhibit ability to use Microsoft Word, Advanced Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Speak confidently and articulately in front of a group.”
In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
Skills Required
- 1–3 years of experience
- Proficiency with sales software and customer data tools, including Smart Shopper, Dunnhumby, Nielsen, Shoprite B2B, Spar Insights, MicroStrategy, and DataOrbis
- Knowledge of the retail industry
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Advanced Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Ability to speak confidently and articulately in front of a group
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What We Do
Our portfolio of iconic household brands is the vehicle for our mission. As one of Africa's largest listed FMCG manufacturers, our core business is ensuring these everyday foods and beverages nourish lives from the biggest cities to the smallest villages. Our iconic brands are well-known in South Africa, and our products cater for every meal and occasion. Our portfolio also includes leading brands in the home and personal care segments, and we have a growing presence in Africa. Our purpose is to nourish and nurture more lives every day. The Tiger Brands product range remain consumer favourites year-after-year including brands like Koo, Fattis and Monis, Jungle Oats, All Gold, Purity, Oros, Ingrams, Doom and Tastic Rice. Read our Privacy Policy here for when you share your contact information with us: https://www.tigerbrands.com/contact-us
