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Meridian Wine Merchants is seeking a Junior Business Information Analyst based in Gauteng to support its national sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for data, systems, and business intelligence within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Design, create and maintain monthly reports for sales performance tracking.
• Report on sales performance across channels using metrics which include numeric measures, quantitative and qualitative reporting.
• Report on performance versus the market, identifying gaps and opportunities.
• Working with internal role players to develop innovative plans for growth based on data learnings.
• Maintain internal databases.
• Support with assorted data checks and ad hoc requests as require.
• Assist Line Manager with ad hoc projects.
• Ensure continuous development and up-to-date industry knowledge and competence.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively anticipate and manage organisational change.
• Ensure that all operating policies and procedures adhere to the QMS framework and are successfully executed.
• Follow through to ensure that personal quality and productivity standards are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Plan and prioritise, demonstrating abilities to manage competing demands
  

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, Informatics, Marketing or Finance
• 1 year or more experience in Analytics reporting and Master Data Management (Excel Skills preferred)
• Wine, liquor or FMCG industry experience beneficial
• Microsoft Office suite essential
• PBI and Tableau beneficial
• Exceptional Analytical, Reporting and Problem-Solving Skills

Please do not apply for the position if you do not meet the requirements.

Should you not receive a response to your application within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful.

Job title : Junior Business Information Analyst | Meridian Wine Merchants | Gauteng

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : August 21, 2025

Meridian Wine Merchants is seeking a Junior Business Information Analyst based in Gauteng to support its national sales team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for data, systems, and business intelligence within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Design, create, and maintain monthly reports for sales performance tracking.
• Report on sales performance across channels using metrics which include numeric measures, quantitative and qualitative reporting.
• Report on performance versus the market, identifying gaps and opportunities.
• Work with internal role players to develop innovative plans for growth based on data learnings.
• Maintain internal databases.
• Support with assorted data checks and ad hoc requests as required.
• Assist Line Manager with ad hoc projects.
• Ensure continuous development and up-to-date industry knowledge and competence.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively anticipate and manage organisational change.
• Ensure all operating policies and procedures adhere to the QMS framework and are successfully executed.
• Follow through to ensure that personal quality and productivity standards are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Plan and prioritize, demonstrating abilities to manage competing demands.

• Diploma or Degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Statistics, Informatics, Marketing or Finance.
• 1 year or more experience in analytics reporting and master data management (Excel skills preferred).
• Wine, liquor, or FMCG industry experience is beneficial.
• Microsoft Office suite proficiency essential.
• PBI and Tableau skills beneficial.
• Exceptional analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.

Meridian Wine Merchants is in search of a Dedicated Specialist Sales Consultan t based in Gauteng. The ideal candidate for this position will be a highly motivated and knowledgeable professional with a passion for the wine industry .

Responsibilities:

• New product introduction, vintage change and upliftment procedure to be carried out as per SOP.
• Client Trade visits to be done as per the RSM/FSM’s requirements and according to SOP.
• Effective planning of the call cycle as per contact and coverage SOP.
• Calling customers in accordance with the agreed call cycle.
• Assisting new customers in opening new accounts as per SOP on new accounts.
• Recording and promptly acting upon customers’ complaints, queries and requests and feedback accordingly as per Communication SOP and contact grid.
• Actively building relationships with customers by identifying new growth opportunities in the wine category (e.g. in store customer tastings) and adding personal touches (e.g. deliver complimentary bottle of wine on customer’s birthday) as per SOP.
• Identifying and execute promotional opportunities/requirements as per the customers’ needs and promotional SOP.
• Identify training needs of the customer and execute according to a training plan.
• Gaining knowledge on various products and processes in order to carry out a strategic negotiation with customers.
• Understand your personal sales target by customer and brand and deliver the result.
• Understand how personal sales commission / incentive are calculated.
• Grow and maintain the customer base to achieve the sales target.
• Develop a plan to close the sales gap by analysing a weekly and monthly Sales Report and submit this report as per SOP.
• Log all calls and capturing interaction with customers on the handheld device as per SOP and RSM/FSM requirements.
• Collect customer information as per “Know Your Customer” Brief.
• Collect competitor’s activity at outlet level as per SOP and RSM requirements.
• Submit trade program & cycle brief execution feedback as per SOP and RSM requirements.
• Other operational report / feedback as per RSM requirements.
• In accordance with the SOP according to customer call procedure.
• Order taking and processing to be done on hand held technology.
• Action specified tasks from cycle brief or operational requirements from FSM/RSM.
• The managing of the stock allocation as per FSM’s/RSM requirements and stock allocation report.
• Ensure continuous development and up-to-date industry knowledge and competence.
• Ensure compliance with all key trading related legislation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma relating to Sales, Marketing, Hospitality Management or Food and Beverage Management.
• Cape Wine Academy Wine Certificate.
• 3 years’ plus experience in Sales and Merchandising within the FMCG Liquor Industry, encompassing both On-Consumption and Off-Consumption.

Beneficial: (in addition to above)

• CWA SA Wine Course.
  
• CWA Diploma.

Please do not apply for the position if you do not meet the requirements.

Should you not receive a response to your application within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful.

Meridian Wine Merchant s is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and solutions-oriented individual to join their Sales Operations function in the Gauteng region. This role drives the Salesforce strategy, roadmap, and operations to equip the commercial teams for efficient, effective, and data-driven solutions.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the Salesforce strategy and roadmap, translating business needs into scalable solutions.
• Act as a change agent and CRM champion, upskilling users and enabling adoption of best practices and new features.
• Oversee sales operational requirements ensuring systems and processes are optimised to support executional excellence.
• Manage and enhance reporting and dashboards, providing real-time, actionable insights to commercial leadership and sales team.
• Drive continuous improvement in the development of technology solutions to enhance customer and client services.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12
• Salesforce certifications (e.g. Salesforce Developer, Salesforce Administrator, Advanced Admin, Sales Cloud Consultant) are required.
• A degree in Business Management, Information Systems or related fields would be beneficial.
• 5-8 years’ proven experience in Sales Operations, CRM Management, or Salesforce Administration/Strategy.
• Deep understanding of Salesforce platform capabilities, including reporting, data architecture, and automation tools.

Please do not apply for the position if you do not meet the requirements.


Should you not receive a response to your application within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful.

Meridian Wine Merchants is currently seeking a passionate and results-driven individual to join our team as a Hybrid Sales Consultant . At Meridian Wine Merchants , we combine tradition and innovation to provide outstanding products tailored to our diverse clients. This position is based in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga .

1. Execute call procedures effectively, in accordance with the SOP, before, during, and after calls.
2. Utilize sales levers at outlets according to the SOP and customer call procedures.
3. Maintain accurate records of all wines listed on wine lists within your sales area, following the wine list database SOP.
4. Manage stock allocation as per RSM requirements and stock allocation reports.
5. Log all calls and interactions with customers on the handheld device, following SOP and RSM guidelines.
6. Carry out new product introductions, vintage changes, and upliftment procedures as per SOP.
7. Conduct client trade visits according to RSM requirements and SOP.
8. Ensure customer satisfaction through effective call cycle management and planning.
9. Manage competing demands by planning and prioritizing tasks.
10. Assist new customers in opening accounts, following SOP guidelines.
11. Record and respond promptly to customer complaints, queries, and feedback, adhering to Communication SOP and contact grid.
12. Identify and execute promotional opportunities based on customer needs and promotional SOP.
13. Identify training needs of customers and implement training plans accordingly.
14. Understand sales strategies and personal sales targets by customer and brand, and work towards achieving them.
15. Adhere to the dress code (smart casual) as per SOP.
16. Manage company assets, including car, laptop, and handheld devices, following SOP.
17. Submit all expense reports timely, as per SOP.

• Diploma in Sales, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or Food and Beverage Management.
• Knowledge of the liquor industry and wines.
• Skills in selling, coaching, and negotiation.
• 2-3 years of sales and merchandising experience in a related FMCG environment.
• CWA Certificate Wine Course.

Please do not apply if you do not meet these requirements.

If you do not receive feedback within 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Meridian Wine Merchant s is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and solutions-oriented individual to join their Sales Operations function in the Gauteng region. This role drives the Salesforce strategy, roadmap, and operations to equip the commercial teams for efficient, effective, and data-driven solutions.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the Salesforce strategy and roadmap, translating business needs into scalable solutions.
• Act as a change agent and CRM champion, upskilling users and enabling adoption of best practices and new features.
• Oversee sales operational requirements ensuring systems and processes are optimised to support executional excellence.
• Manage and enhance reporting and dashboards, providing real-time, actionable insights to commercial leadership and sales team.
• Drive continuous improvement in the development of technology solutions to enhance customer and client services.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12
• Salesforce certifications (e.g. Salesforce Developer, Salesforce Administrator, Advanced Admin, Sales Cloud Consultant) are required.
• A degree in Business Management, Information Systems or related fields would be beneficial.
• 5-8 years’ proven experience in Sales Operations, CRM Management, or Salesforce Administration/Strategy.
• Deep understanding of Salesforce platform capabilities, including reporting, data architecture, and automation tools.

Please do not apply for the position if you do not meet the requirements. Should you not receive a response to your application within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful.
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Meridian Wine Merchants is in search of a Dedicated Specialist Sales Consultan t based in Gauteng. The ideal candidate for this position will be a highly motivated and knowledgeable professional with a passion for the wine industry .

Responsibilities:

• New product introduction, vintage change and upliftment procedure to be carried out as per SOP.
• Client Trade visits to be done as per the RSM/FSM’s requirements and according to SOP.
• Effective planning of the call cycle as per contact and coverage SOP.
• Calling customers in accordance with the agreed call cycle.
• Assisting new customers in opening new accounts as per SOP on new accounts.
• Recording and promptly acting upon customers’ complaints, queries and requests and feedback accordingly as per Communication SOP and contact grid.
• Actively building relationships with customers by identifying new growth opportunities in the wine category (e.g. in store customer tastings) and adding personal touches (e.g. deliver complimentary bottle of wine on customer’s birthday) as per SOP.
• Identifying and execute promotional opportunities/requirements as per the customers’ needs and promotional SOP.
• Identify training needs of the customer and execute according to a training plan.
• Gaining knowledge on various products and processes in order to carry out a strategic negotiation with customers.
• Understand your personal sales target by customer and brand and deliver the result.
• Understand how personal sales commission / incentive are calculated.
• Grow and maintain the customer base to achieve the sales target.
• Develop a plan to close the sales gap by analysing a weekly and monthly Sales Report and submit this report as per SOP.
• Log all calls and capturing interaction with customers on the handheld device as per SOP and RSM/FSM requirements.
• Collect customer information as per “Know Your Customer” Brief.
• Collect competitor’s activity at outlet level as per SOP and RSM requirements.
• Submit trade program & cycle brief execution feedback as per SOP and RSM requirements.
• Other operational report / feedback as per RSM requirements.
• In accordance with the SOP according to customer call procedure.
• Order taking and processing to be done on hand held technology.
• Action specified tasks from cycle brief or operational requirements from FSM/RSM.
• The managing of the stock allocation as per FSM’s/RSM requirements and stock allocation report.
• Ensure continuous development and up-to-date industry knowledge and competence.
• Ensure compliance with all key trading related legislation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma relating to Sales, Marketing, Hospitality Management or Food and Beverage Management.
• Cape Wine Academy Wine Certificate.
• 3 years’ plus experience in Sales and Merchandising within the FMCG Liquor Industry, encompassing both On-Consumption and Off-Consumption.

Beneficial: (in addition to above)

• CWA SA Wine Course.
  
• CWA Diploma.

Please do not apply for the position if you do not meet the requirements. Should you not receive a response to your application within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are looking for a Customer Service Agent to join our team. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Building and maintaining long-term customer relationships.
2. Identifying and contacting potential clients.
3. Communicating with clients to understand their advertising requirements and concerns.
4. Participating in sales meetings and trade shows.
5. Coordinating with the Marketing and Design teams to create promotional campaigns.
6. Conducting in-depth research and being willing to travel to different locations.

To succeed in this role, you should be highly motivated with excellent marketing skills and familiarity with various advertising techniques. The ability to handle stressful situations and provide excellent customer service professionally and promptly will be advantageous.