Sales Manager Poultry (G909)

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

Job summary

A leading food ingredient manufacturer in Johannesburg is seeking a Sales Manager for their Poultry division. The role focuses on driving sales growth, customer engagement, and overseeing technical marketing. Ideal candidates must possess a degree in Food Technology or related fields and extensive experience in the Poultry industry. Strong commercial acumen and effective communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 57 years commercial and sales experience in the Poultry Industry.
• Technical ingredient and food application experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial and technical aspects of the Poultry division.
• Maintain and grow existing customer relationships while driving new business development.
• Lead the implementation and execution of projects to drive volume and sales.

Skills

Information Systems

Agriculture

Corporate Risk Management

Education

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

MBA

Job description

Introduction

Degree in Food Technology, Food Science or Agriculture (Animal Science) and 57 years commercial and sales experience in the Poultry Industry.

Description

A food ingredient manufacturer is seeking a Sales Manager to join their Poultry division. The Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales growth, customer engagement, and commercial development within the Poultry sector by overseeing technical marketing and business initiatives across the Specialty Foods division.

The key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, 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; traveling extensively to liaise with clients and ingredient partners; and reporting directly to the General Manager: Specialty Foods and working closely with the MD and CEO.

Key Requirements

Degree in Food Technology, Food Science or Agriculture (Animal Science) and a minimum of 57 years commercial and sales experience, preferably in the Poultry Industry, is essential. The ideal candidate should also have technical ingredient and food application experience. An MBA and in-depth knowledge of poultry ingredients and poultry processing would be advantageous.

Additional Requirements

Strong commercial acumen and a results‑driven mindset; attention to detail; the ability to work under pressure and manage diverse technical and commercial teams; strategic thinking; effective planning; excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.

Application Instructions

• Only candidates that meet all the requirements should apply.
• Please quote “Sales Manager Poultry (G909)” in the subject line.
• Only candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted.
• State your current salary package and salary expectations in your CV email. By sending us your CV you consent that your information may be kept in accordance with the requirements of the POPI Act.

Required Experience

Manager-level experience.

Key Skills

• Information Systems
• Instrument
• Access
• Agriculture
• Corporate Risk Management
• Cement

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience Required: years

Vacancy: 1