Durban-Based National Sales Leader – Snacks & Confectionery

Placements24; Durban; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company car

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance bonus

Career progression

Wellness programs

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a results-driven National Sales Manager to lead the snacks and confectionery division in Durban. You will design and execute national sales strategies, coach a high-performing team, and drive revenue growth across all channels.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of FMCG sales experience, strong leadership and negotiation skills, and deep knowledge of the South African market. You will travel across the country and operate in a hybrid Durban-based setup.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive sales experience, with at least 5 years in a sales management role within FMCG (snacks/confectionery).
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding national sales targets; strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement national sales strategies to hit revenue targets for snacks and confectionery.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a national sales team with clear performance expectations.
• Build relationships with national accounts, distributors, and retailers across SA.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competition to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage the national sales budget and ensure profitable growth.
• Collaborate with marketing/product teams to align sales efforts.
• Oversee sales promotions and trade marketing initiatives.
• Provide forecasts and reports to senior management.
• Identify new business opportunities within target markets.

Conocimientos

Sales leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Team building

CRM proficiency

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Sales/Marketing/BA

Herramientas

CRM software

Sales analytics tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a results-driven National Sales Manager to lead the snacks and confectionery division in Durban. You will design and execute national sales strategies, coach a high-performing team, and drive revenue growth across all channels.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of FMCG sales experience, strong leadership and negotiation skills, and deep knowledge of the South African market. You will travel across the country and operate in a hybrid Durban-based setup.