National Sales Director - FMCG Beverages

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a leading FMCG company in recruiting a National Sales Director based in Gauteng, with hybrid work arrangements. The role focuses on driving beverage sales, expanding market reach, and building strong distributor and retail partnerships across South Africa.

The successful candidate will lead a high-performing sales team, develop innovative strategies, forecast performance, and optimize processes to achieve ambitious revenue targets while aligning with the company’s

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is seeking a highly accomplished and results-driven National Sales Director to lead their beverage division. This is a pivotal leadership role based in Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA, requiring a strategic approach to drive sales performance, expand market reach, and cultivate strong relationships with key distributors and retail partners across the nation. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative sales strategies, managing a high-performing sales team, and ensuring the achievement of ambitious revenue targets. This role offers a hybrid working model, balancing essential in-person collaboration with the flexibility of remote work for specific planning and reporting activities. You will play a crucial role in shaping the sales trajectory of our beverage portfolio, identifying new business opportunities, and optimizing sales processes for maximum efficiency and effectiveness. We are looking for a charismatic leader with a deep understanding of the FMCG landscape, a proven ability to inspire and motivate sales professionals, and a strategic vision for sustainable growth. Your expertise in sales forecasting, territory management, and key