Regional Sales Manager - FMCG Northern Cape

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Attractive commission structure

Company vehicle

Medical aid

Provident fund benefits

Career progression opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Sales Manager to drive sales performance in the Free State from Bloemfontein. You will lead a regional sales team, develop strategic plans, and nurture key retail partnerships to maximise product visibility and distribution.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of FMCG sales experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, and strong leadership and negotiation skills. Travel within the region is required; a valid driver's license is essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business/Marketing or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of sales experience in FMCG with 2+ years in a management role.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets.

Responsabilidades

• Develop regional sales plans to achieve targets.
• Lead, motivate and develop a sales team in the Free State.
• Build relationships with customers, distributors and retailers.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.
• Ensure product distribution and visibility across channels.
• Conduct regular sales meetings and reviews.
• Manage the regional sales budget.
• Provide forecasts and reports to senior management.
• Identify new business opportunities in the region.
• Ensure compliance with sales policies.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Sales management

CRM proficiency

Sales forecasting

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Marketing or related

Herramientas

CRM software

Sales reporting tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading name in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is seeking a results-oriented Regional Sales Manager to spearhead their sales efforts in the Free State province. This challenging role, based in Bloemfontein , requires a dynamic individual with a proven ability to drive sales performance, build strong customer relationships, and manage a sales team effectively. You will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies tailored to the unique market dynamics of the region, ensuring product availability, and achieving ambitious sales targets for our client's diverse product portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the FMCG market and exceptional leadership qualities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional sales plans to achieve and exceed sales targets and objectives.
• Manage, motivate, and develop a team of sales representatives within the Free State region.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, and retail partners.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Ensure optimal product distribution and visibility across all sales channels.
• Conduct regular sales meetings and performance reviews with the sales team.
• Manage the regional sales budget effectively.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and reports to senior management.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the region.
• Ensure compliance with company sales policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of sales experience in the FMCG industry, with at least 2 years in a sales management or supervisory role.
• Proven track record of successfully achieving sales targets and managing a sales team.
• Strong understanding of the FMCG market dynamics in South Africa, particularly the Free State region.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion abilities.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales reporting tools.
• Ability to travel extensively within the designated region.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Resilient, results-driven, and capable of working independently.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Bloemfontein, Free State .

Benefits

• competitive salary
• attractive commission structure
• company vehicle
• medical aid
• provident fund benefits
• significant opportunities for career progression within the organisation for high-performing individuals

You will be joining a well-established FMCG company with a strong brand presence and a supportive team environment in Bloemfontein .