Sales Marketing Manager

Unframed People Engineering; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Sales and Marketing Manager to drive regional sales, marketing execution, and team performance. This leadership role includes managing a small team and building strong relationships across the retail spectrum. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of FMCG sales experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Competitive salary and company vehicle included.

Benefits

Market related salary

Company vehicle included

Small, dynamic team

Qualifications

• 10+ years FMCG Sales/Marketing experience (non-perishables advantageous).
• Proven leadership experience managing sales teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of the Western Cape retail landscape.

Responsibilities

• Drive regional sales strategy to meet volume, distribution, and profitability targets.
• Build strong relationships with retailers, wholesalers, distributors & food-service clients.
• Lead campaigns, promotions, trade marketing, digital content & POS execution.
• Prepare sales reports, forecasts & budget updates.

Skills

FMCG Sales experience

Leadership experience

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Commerce

MBA

Job description

Human Resource Specialist, Head Hunter and People Developer

Full-Time | Office-Based

Start date: Middle January 2026 or 1 February 2026

Are you a commercially driven leader who knows how to grow brands, build strong customer relationships, and manage a high‑performing sales team?

We’re looking for an experienced Sales and Marketing Manager (FMCG | Food Oils) to drive our regional sales, marketing execution, and team performance within the Greater Cape Metropolitan.

This is a hands‑on leadership role in a small, outcomes‑focused FMCG team—ideal for someone who thrives on ownership, accountability, and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive regional sales strategy to meet volume, distribution, and profitability targets.
• Build strong relationships with retailers, wholesalers, distributors & food‑service clients.
• Identify market expansion opportunities and new revenue channels.
• Use data insights to guide commercial decisions and improve team performance.

Marketing & Brand Execution

• Lead campaigns, promotions, trade marketing, digital content & POS execution.
• Manage marketing materials and external designers/partners.
• Guide brand positioning through continuous market research.
• Develop competitive regional pricing strategies and manage profitability.
• Oversee stock planning and manage special‑order processes.
• Collaborate with logistics to optimise routes and drive sales efficiency.
• Lead and mentor a growing sales team (small team of 5).
• Set KPIs, run weekly meetings, and manage performance.
• Drive a positive, accountable, high‑performance culture.

Admin & Reporting

• Manage onboarding of new customers, account documentation & outstanding accounts.
• Prepare sales reports, forecasts & budget updates.
• Ensure compliance with certifications (Halaal, Kosher, ICSS).

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce (MBA is a bonus).
• 10+ years FMCG Sales/Marketing experience (non‑perishables advantageous).
• Proven leadership experience managing sales teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of the Western Cape retail landscape.

What We Offer

• Market related salary.
• Company vehicle included in CTC.
• Small, dynamic team with real influence on business growth.
• Opportunity to engage major retail key accounts.

Job Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Marketing, Administrative, and Sales

Industries: Wholesale Food and Beverage

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa