FMCG Area Sales Manager – Growth & Team Leadership

Headhunters recruitment; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Headhunters Recruitment in East London, Eastern Cape is seeking an Area Sales Manager Designate to join a packaging and manufacturing leader. You will lead a sales team, drive market expansion, and build strong customer relationships to achieve targets.

The role requires matric, a relevant degree, FMCG sales experience, and willingness to travel beyond local area. You will report on performance, coordinate with internal teams, and contribute to profitability.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) is required.
• Tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing or a relevant BCom.
• At least 5 years FMCG sales experience.
• Proven leadership and ability to grow markets.
• Strong CRM, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a sales team to meet targets.
• Achieve volume targets and budgeted revenue.
• Grow new markets and manage existing customers.
• Ensure OTIF delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Prepare sales reports and coordinate quotations.
• Mentor team and drive profitability.

Skills

Team leadership

CRM

Market development

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sales reporting

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

B.Com or Sales/Marketing degree

Job description

Headhunters Recruitment in East London, Eastern Cape is seeking an Area Sales Manager Designate to join a packaging and manufacturing leader. You will lead a sales team, drive market expansion, and build strong customer relationships to achieve targets.

The role requires matric, a relevant degree, FMCG sales experience, and willingness to travel beyond local area. You will report on performance, coordinate with internal teams, and contribute to profitability.