National Sales Manager (Maize) | Anywhere in SA

Dixie Recruitment; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an experienced National Sales Manager (Maize) to lead FMCG retail expansion across South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commodity trading and FMCG sales, with at least 5-7 years of experience in a senior sales role. Excellent negotiation and leadership skills are essential, along with a willingness to travel extensively. This role offers great opportunities in a fast-paced industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years in a senior sales role within commodities or FMCG retail.
• Proven experience in commodity trading, preferably in agri-products or maize-related commodities.
• Strong background in FMCG sales, particularly within retail chains.

Responsibilities

• Establish and grow relationships with FMCG retail buyers across the region.
• Secure listings and expand product availability in national and regional retail chains.
• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of 9 sales agents operating across South and Southern Africa.

Skills

Commodity trading

FMCG sales

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Agriculture, or related field

Job description

Overview

Location: South Africa (with extensive travel across Southern Africa). We are seeking an experienced and dynamic National Sales Manager (Maize) to lead our client’s expansion into FMCG retail chains across South Africa and Southern Africa. The successful candidate will drive product listings and sales of our maize-based product range, including Maize Meal, Samp, White Grain, Hominy Chop, White Grits, and Super Maize Meal, into major retailers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Agriculture, or a related field
• Minimum 5-7 years in a senior sales role within commodities or FMCG retail
• Proven experience in commodity trading, preferably in agri-products or maize-related commodities
• Strong background in FMCG sales, particularly within retail chains
• Excellent network of contacts within the retail and wholesale FMCG sectors
• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams and achieve national sales objectives
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the region
• Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
• Based in JHB, DBN, FS

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and grow relationships with FMCG retail buyers across the region
• Secure listings and expand product availability in national and regional retail chains
• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of 9 sales agents operating across South and Southern Africa
• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet and exceed targets
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and competitor activity
• Regular travel (up to 70%) to meet clients, support the sales team, and explore new opportunities

Additional Information

You can be based anywhere in SA; however, you will be required to travel extensively. Living nearby to an airport would be ideal.

We will be in contact with shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements detailed above. If you have not received a reply within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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