Sales and Marketing Manager

Degree Trading Pty Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A diversified trading company in South Africa is seeking a Sales and Marketing Manager to plan and execute sales strategies for their premium products, including wines and oils. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years of relevant experience. You'll drive brand promotion and maintain distribution channels while analyzing market trends. Strong communication skills are essential, along with a proven track record in marketing strategy development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ relevant experience as a Sales and Marketing Manager.
• Extensive experience in developing global sales and marketing strategies.
• Confident and effective communicator with good written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning the company’s overall sales strategy in both Australian and international markets.
• Develop and oversee brand promotion and marketing activities.
• Establish and maintain cross-border distribution channels.
• Analyze market trends and sales data to provide decision-making support.
• Identify new market opportunities and develop plans for international market expansion.
• Manage and guide the team to achieve marketing and sales targets.
• Oversee the overall sales and marketing budget.

Skills

Sales strategy development

Brand promotion

Market analysis

Cross-border distribution

Team management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Job description

Degree Trading Pty Ltd, established in 2016 and headquartered in South Australia, is a diversified trading company specializing in the production and export of premium Australian agricultural products. Our core product range includes fine wines, Manuka honey, and a variety of high-quality edible oils such as olive oil, canola oil, and avocado oil.

We are committed to providing healthy, natural, and sustainable products to consumers across Australia and international markets, including Mainland China, Hong Kong, Singapore, and other regions. Over the years, Degree Trading has built strong partnerships with wineries and agricultural producers across Australia, ensuring exceptional product quality and authenticity.

With a focus on both local and global market development, the company continues to expand its distribution channels, strengthen brand awareness, and deliver Australian excellence to customers worldwide.

Duties

• Responsible for planning the company’s overall sales strategy in both Australian and international markets, driving the growth of wine, honey, and edible oil products.
• Develop and oversee brand promotion and marketing activities, ensuring consistent brand identity and enhancing visibility and influence in local and international markets.
• Establish and maintain cross-border distribution channels and customer relationships, including retailers, wholesalers, and overseas distributors, while optimizing supply chain and sales processes.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and sales data to provide decision‑making support for new product development, pricing strategies, and promotional campaigns.
• Identify new market opportunities, assess potential clients and business partnerships, and develop plans for international market expansion.
• Develop flexible product pricing and promotional strategies, balancing market competitiveness with company profit objectives to support sustainable business growth.
• Manage and guide the team, motivating members to achieve marketing and sales targets.
• Oversee and manage the overall sales and marketing budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and maximising return on investment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above.
• Minimum of three years’ relevant experience as a Sales and Marketing Manager.
• Extensive experience in developing global sales and marketing strategies.
• Confident and effective communicator with good written and verbal skills.