Poultry Sales Manager — Growth & Tech Focus

Scistaff; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A food ingredient manufacturer is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to join their Poultry division in Gauteng. The role involves driving sales growth and managing customer relationships while overseeing commercial and technical operations. Candidates should hold a degree in Food Technology or a related field, possess 5–7 years of sales experience in the Poultry industry, and demonstrate strong commercial and communication skills. The position requires extensive travel and offers an opportunity to influence product development and customer engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years’ commercial and sales experience, preferably in the Poultry Industry.
• Technical ingredient and food application experience.
• Willingness to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the commercial and technical aspects of the Poultry division.
• Maintaining and growing existing customer relationships while driving new business development.
• Leading the implementation and execution of projects to drive volume and sales.
• Collaborating with support function managers to develop sustainable, profitable business.
• Conducting hands-on product testing and customer trials.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Results-driven mindset

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or Agriculture (Animal Science)

MBA

Job description

A food ingredient manufacturer is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to join their Poultry division in Gauteng. The role involves driving sales growth and managing customer relationships while overseeing commercial and technical operations. Candidates should hold a degree in Food Technology or a related field, possess 5–7 years of sales experience in the Poultry industry, and demonstrate strong commercial and communication skills. The position requires extensive travel and offers an opportunity to influence product development and customer engagement.