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28 Jan 2026

Permanent Sales and Marketing Learnership – Sab Vacancies

Sab Vacancies – Posted by swipe4job , Gauteng, South Africa

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Sab Vacancies – Sales and Marketing Learnership

Sales and Marketing Learnership – SAB Vacancies

Dreaming big is part of our DNA. It defines who we are, shapes our culture, and drives our future. We are always looking ahead, creating new ways to connect with life’s moments. We seek passionate, curious, and driven individuals and provide them with the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to unlock their full potential. Together, we build sustainable growth and lasting impact.

The Sales and Marketing Learnership is designed to deliver a market-driven, differentiated service within the Tavern Class of Trade. The programme focuses on building sustainable competitiveness by strengthening brand equity, increasing sales volumes, growing market share, and enhancing corporate reputation.

Job Purpose

To implement effective sales and marketing initiatives that drive sustainable growth through strong customer partnerships, commercial excellence, and disciplined in-trade execution.

Skills and Competencies

Commercial Aptitude

  • Understanding of the sales and marketing value chain and how roles work together
  • Ability to gather and apply competitor insights to strengthen selling effectiveness
  • Sound understanding of profitability, pricing, product mix, and merchandising

Customer Focus

  • Strong commitment to meeting customer needs and building long-term relationships
  • Ability to collaborate with customers on plans and decisions
  • Proven capability to build authentic relationships across diverse customer groups

Accountability

  • Ownership of results and responsibility for actions
  • Strong achievement orientation and professional integrity
  • Acts as a credible and ethical representative of SAB

Flexibility

  • Ability to adapt to changing environments and priorities
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Sales Execution and Customer Development

  • Identify customer needs, resolve issues, and manage challenges in real time
  • Build and manage relationships with tavern owners
  • Conduct regular customer visits to strengthen partnerships and resolve concerns
  • Achieve sales volume and outlet performance targets
  • Ensure consistent weekly purchasing directly from SAB
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer master data

Selling Skills and Planning

  • Identify opportunities, present value propositions, and close sales effectively
  • Establish rapport, understand customer needs, and secure commitment
  • Plan, organize, and prioritize sales activities efficiently
  • Execute detailed plans to exceed customer expectations

AMPPS Delivery

  • Deliver against AMPPS standards: Availability, Merchandising, Price, Promotions, and Space
  • Influence and complete AMPPS surveys through disciplined execution

Merchandising, Pricing, Promotions, and Space

  • Ensure full availability of key brands and packs through effective planning
  • Manage stock rotation to maintain product availability and quality
  • Execute merchandising standards in line with In-Trade Execution Guidelines
  • Negotiate and implement price communication and promotional activities
  • Monitor competitive shelf space and ensure optimal brand positioning

Asset Management

  • Manage SAB refrigeration and in-outlet assets in line with governance and audit standards
  • Ensure correct stocking of SAB products in refrigeration units
  • Conduct asset verification surveys
  • Support customers with stock management systems to minimize stock-outs

Minimum Requirements

  • Diploma or Degree
  • Valid, unendorsed Code 8 driver’s license
  • Basic computer literacy with Microsoft Office experience
  • Strong local area knowledge
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends
  • Successful completion of a driver’s assessment prior to appointment

Vacancies Available

Central Region
Welkom, Upington, Kimberley, Bloemfontein

Inland Region
Denver, Ermelo, Groblersdal, Tzaneen, Waltloo, Makhado, Nelspruit

East Coast Region
Butterworth, Ladysmith, Springfield

Cape Region
Belville, Ottery, East London, Port Elizabeth, Queenstown

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