New Sales Lead

Okushal Drinks; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic beverage brand in South Africa seeks a results-driven Sales Manager to develop and execute sales strategies. The role involves securing trade deals, managing client relationships, and driving B2B sales in the hospitality and tourism sectors. Candidates should have a strong sales background, excellent negotiation skills, and a degree in a relevant field. This opportunity offers a competitive base salary and performance-based commission structure.

Benefits

Base salary plus commission

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for growth with the brand

Qualifications

• Experience in developing sales strategies and identifying new business opportunities.
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Strong negotiation and deal-closing skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to secure trade deals with key distribution partners.
• Grow company presence in restaurants, retail outlets, and hospitality venues.
• Lead B2B sales efforts targeting the hospitality and tourism sectors.

Skills

Sales strategy development

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Leadership abilities

Results-oriented

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales

Relevant sales or trade certifications

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Sales Manager for Okushal Drinks. Are you a passionate, connected sales leader ready to make an impact?

Okushal Drinks, a dynamic and growing proudly local niche beverage brand, is looking for a results‑driven Sales Manager to build and nurture strong trade relationships with distributor partners, restaurant chains, retail stores, and drive B2B sales within the hospitality and tourism industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to secure trade deals with key distribution partners.
• Grow Okushal's presence in restaurants, retail outlets, and hospitality venues.
• Build lasting partnerships and manage relationships across diverse market channels.
• Lead B2B sales efforts targeting the hospitality and tourism sectors.
• Negotiate win‑win deals that maximise growth and profitability.

In summary: relationship building and new market penetration, with volume growth and new accounts focus.

What we offer

• Base salary plus commission adjustable, based on performance — the harder you work, the more you earn.
• Cost to company R, p y / 25k p m base, with an additional 8‑12% commission on sales volume, with tiered rates to reward exceeding targets.
• Location: remotely with Gauteng base.

Exciting opportunity to grow with a vibrant brand in an expanding market. Supportive team environment that values innovation and dedication.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing sales strategies and identifying new business opportunities.
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Strong negotiation and deal‑closing skills.
• Excellent leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Results‑driven with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and remotely.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field (preferred).
• Relevant sales or trade certifications are a plus.
• Experience in sales, preferably within FMCG, beverages, or consumer goods industries.
• Proven track record of securing and managing trade contracts, B2B partnerships, retail, and distributor agreements.
• Experience developing and executing successful sales strategies with clear and achievable sales targets.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with retailers, distributors, and trade partners.
• Hands‑on experience driving revenue growth in a competitive market environment.

Apply now and start shaping the future of Okushal Drinks.