Commercial Manager - Food & Beverage

RPO Recruitment; Strand; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking a Commercial Manager for a leading Food & Beverage company in the Western Cape, South Africa. This role involves driving commercial success, developing strategies, and building key client relationships. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in commercial management and a deep knowledge of the Food & Beverage industry. Competitive salary offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial management, preferably in the Food & Beverage industry.
• In-depth knowledge of the Food & Beverage market.
• Proven track record of driving sales and revenue growth.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies to achieve sales and revenue targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the Food & Beverage market.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Commercial management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Relationship-building

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bcom or similar

Job description

Description

RPO Recruitment is partnering with a leading Food & Beverage company to find a talented Commercial Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the commercial success of the company's Food & Beverage division. You will work closely with the sales, marketing, and operations teams to develop and implement effective commercial strategies that maximize revenue and market share.

As the Commercial Manager, you will have a deep understanding of the Food & Beverage industry, including market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscape. You will identify new business opportunities and develop strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of commercial plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies to achieve sales and revenue targets
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the Food & Beverage market
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders
• Monitor market trends, consumer insights, and competitor activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of commercial plans
• Analyze sales and market data to identify areas for improvement and growth
• Provide strategic guidance to senior management on market trends and opportunities

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial management, preferably in the Food & Beverage industry
• In-depth knowledge of the Food & Beverage market, including consumer trends and competitors
• Proven track record of driving sales and revenue growth
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively and lead cross-functional teams
• Bcom/ Food Science/ BTech Cost & Management accounting or similar
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Benefits

• Salary: Market Related

RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.

Salary: negotiable.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Jamie-Lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn

You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]