Business Development

Sheldon Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Business Development & Sales Manager to expand its footprint in Gauteng. This permanent role requires a degree in business or a related field and 5+ years of FSI/FMCG sales experience. The ideal candidate possesses strong negotiation and relationship management skills, as well as an understanding of the food service supply chain. The position offers a market-related salary plus commission.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in FSI / FMCG sales, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Preferred industry experience in food, beverage or dairy.
• In-depth understanding of food service supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan for the food service market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with food service chains.
• Drive sales performance to meet revenue targets.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Data-driven decision making

Education

Degree in business, sales or related field

Job description

Reference : EL

• Brown-2A family oriented food manufacturing brand is developing their footprint in the Gauteng region and are seeking a Business Development & Sales Manager for a permanent role.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:
• Degree in business, sales or related field (post graduate qualification advantageous)
• 5+ years' experience in FSI / FMCG sales, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Preferred industry is food, beverage or dairy.
• Strong negotiation, relationship management, and data driven decision making skills.
• In-depth understanding of the food service supply chain and market dynamics.
• Valid drivers and own vehicle and able to travel when required.

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan for the food service market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with food service chains, distributors, and institutional clients.
• Drive sales performance to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align offerings with customer needs.
• Stay ahead of market trends and translate insights into actionable strategies.

Salary : Market related basic + Commission

To apply email detailed CV and all supporting documentation as well as salary requirements through to If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful