Independent Sales & Marketing Agent Reference No: 1015202205 | Pretoria, South Africa | Posted on: 04 June 2026
Category D Complementary Medicines | Pharmacies & Retail Outlets6-Month Independent Contractor Agreement | Basic Allowance + Commission
Our client, a well-known wellness product brand, is looking for a driven and professional Independent Sales and Marketing Agent to manage and grow an allocated regional territory.
This is not a permanent employment position.
The successful candidate will be appointed as an Independent Contractor / Sales and Marketing Agent for an initial 6-month period.
During the first 6 months, the candidate will receive a monthly basic allowance of R15,000, plus commission on valid and paid sales.
After the 6-month period, should both parties wish to continue and performance is satisfactory, the arrangement may move to a commission-only structure, where commission will be earned on products shipped and paid for within the allocated territory.
The product range falls under Category D Complementary Medicines and is already represented in the market, with an existing customer base that includes pharmacies, retail pharmacy groups, independent pharmacies, health shops and related retail outlets.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Managing and servicing an allocated territory
Visiting existing pharmacy and retail clients on a structured call cycle
Promoting and securing orders for the full wellness product portfolio
Providing product training to pharmacy and retail staff
Planning and executing in-store promotions and activations
Maintaining strong product visibility and shelf presence
Using a mobile sales application to record visits, orders and client interactions
Submitting regular market feedback and competitor information
Managing boot stock, samples and promotional material responsibly
Ensuring all product communication remains compliant with SAHPRA and CPA guidelines
Minimum Requirements
Proven sales experience, ideally in pharmaceutical, wellness, FMCG, pharmacy sales or medical sales
Experience calling on pharmacies, retail outlets or health-related customers will be highly advantageous
Knowledge of Category D Complementary Medicines will be beneficial
Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills
Ability to train retail/pharmacy staff confidently
Self-motivated, target-driven and able to work independently
Professional appearance and strong ethical conduct
Own reliable vehicle
Valid driver’s licence
Modern smartphone with reliable data/airtime
Clear criminal record
Ability to safely store boot stock, samples and POS material
Important Contract Information
This opportunity is strictly an Independent Contractor position and does not constitute permanent employment. The agent will be responsible for their own operational expenses, including fuel, vehicle costs, insurance, airtime and tax obligations.
The initial contract period is 6 months, with a possible continuation subject to performance and mutual agreement. During the first 6 months, a basic monthly allowance and commission will apply. Thereafter, the structure may change to commission only, based on products shipped, paid for and attributed to the territory.
Positions available in
Pretoria, Centurion, Northern Johannesburg
Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng South, Soweto, Gauteng East and Sasolburg
KZN Province
Salary: R14000 to R15000

