Poultry Sales & Marketing Manager

QE Services IT Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Poultry Sales & Marketing Manager in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will have a strong background in the poultry industry with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles. Responsibilities include providing strategic direction, managing sales and marketing teams, and driving market expansion. This is a permanent role requiring proven sales and logistical expertise within the poultry sector, alongside a strong educational background. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in senior leadership roles in Sales, Marketing and/or Logistics.
• Proven experience in the South African poultry industry.
• Track record in strategic planning, sales growth and market expansion.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for sales, marketing, and logistics.
• Lead, mentor, and develop management teams.
• Drive market expansion and brand positioning initiatives.
• Establish sales and profitability targets.
• Develop and implement sales strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Negotiation

Sales Acumen

Analytical Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Honours degree in Business, Sales, Marketing or related field

MBA or equivalent qualification

Tools

CRM systems

ERP systems

Job description

My client based in Johannesburg is currently looking for a Poultry Sales & Marketing Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.

Qualifications & Experience

• Honours degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field
• MBA or equivalent qualification preferred
• Minimum 10 years in senior leadership roles in Sales, Marketing, and/or Logistics
• Proven experience in the South African poultry industry, including vertically integrated operations (feed – growing – abattoir – value‑add – market)
• Track record in strategic planning, sales growth, export, and market expansion
• Experience in managing multiple sites
• Familiarity with CRM and ERP systems for sales, logistics, and reporting
• SA Poultry industry knowledge
• On‑the‑job training/familiarisation: 3 months

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for sales, marketing, and logistics
• Lead, mentor, and develop senior and middle management teams
• Drive market expansion and brand positioning initiatives
• Establish sales and profitability targets, tracking KPIs
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet/exceed targets
• Lead negotiations with key customers and stakeholders
• Identify new market opportunities locally and internationally
• Manage export processes and compliance
• Oversee supply chain efficiency from production to delivery
• Ensure alignment between sales, production, and distribution
• Monitor CRM and ERP data to optimize sales performance and customer service
• Oversee budgets, salaries, and operational costs
• Make strategic decisions aligned with profitability and sustainability goals
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Provide clear and effective written and verbal communication to all stakeholders

Competency

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead multi‑site operations and diverse teams
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long‑term growth and market strategies
• Negotiation & Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills; strong influence and persuasion capabilities
• Analytical Skills: Data‑driven decision‑making using CRM, ERP, and market analysis
• Sales & Marketing Acumen: Deep understanding of the poultry market, product lifecycle, and value‑added products
• Operational Oversight: Experience in integrated poultry operations from feed to market
• Problem‑Solving: Ability to resolve operational and market challenges proactively
• Adaptability: Comfortable with complex, multi‑site environments and high‑pressure decision‑making

If you are ready for the next exciting step in your career, and would like to apply, please send us your updated CV to review.

Desired Skills

• Senior Management
• SA Poultry Knowledge
• Relationship Building
• poultry industry knowledge