Remote Sales Director - FMCG

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a strategic, results-driven Remote Sales Director to lead our client's FMCG sales operations from a home office. This fully remote role requires building and executing innovative sales strategies to drive revenue growth and expand market reach across the country.

You will inspire and manage a geographically dispersed sales team, collaborate with marketing, product development, and operations, and apply strong analytical and negotiation skills to win key

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a remote FMCG sales team.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to grow revenue.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development and operations.
• Build long-term client relationships and negotiate major deals.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent name in the FMCG industry, is looking for a strategic and results-oriented Remote Sales Director to lead their sales operations. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. The Sales Director will be responsible for developing and executing innovative sales strategies to drive revenue growth and expand market reach for our client's extensive range of consumer goods. This role demands exceptional leadership skills, a deep understanding of sales methodologies within the FMCG sector, and the ability to inspire and manage a geographically dispersed sales team. You will work closely with marketing, product development, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of sales plans and to capitalize on emerging market opportunities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, excellent negotiation skills, and a passion for building and maintaining strong client relationships. This is a high-impact role focused on achieving ambitious sales targets and contributing significantly to the company's overall success in the competitive FMCG market, all managed from the comfort of your home office.