
Sales Manager - Butchery Industry I Johannesburg
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and execute the regional sales strategy and action plans to meet and exceed sales targets.
- Monitor team performance and implement action plans to drive GP growth.
- Identify new butchery business opportunities and manage key accounts (e.g., Shoprite, Spar, OBC, Roots).
- Identify new business opportunities within the butchery and meat processing sector.
- Ensure sales representatives maintain a strong pipeline of potential clients.
- Lead, coach, and motivate the sales representatives, Branch Cash and Carry and Client Liaison teams to achieve individual and team sales goals.
- Conduct regular sales meetings, training, and performance evaluations.
- Set clear KPIs and ensure accountability across the team.
- Foster a high-performance sales culture within the region.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with butchers, meat processors, and butchery chain retailers.
- Work closely with key accounts to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Gather market intelligence on competitors, industry trends, and customer preferences.
- Represent the client at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities when needed.
- Ensure the sales team adheres to company policies, pricing structures, and discount strategies.
- Work closely with supply chain and operations teams to ensure efficient order fulfillment.
- Provide weekly and monthly sales reports to the National Sales and Operations Manager.
- Manage the sales budget and allocate resources effectively.
- Ensure accurate records by reps of sales visits, orders, and client interactions through full utilisation of the CRM platform.
- Minimum: Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Management, or a related field.
- Experience: 2+ years of sales experience in the butchery supply industry, with at least 3+ years in a sales leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of packaging, casings, butchery machinery, spices, and ingredients butchery industry will be an advantage.
- Leadership & People Management: Ability to lead, coach, and develop a sales team.
- Sales & Negotiation: Strong ability to close deals and build long-term client relationships.
- Industry Knowledge: Understanding of the meat processing and butchery supply chain will be a benefit.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze sales data and market trends.
- Communication and Relationship Building Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Maintaining current and building new relationships is key.
- Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to resolving client issues and operational challenges.
- Tech-Savvy: Experience with CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Driver's License: A valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within the region.
- Own vehicle
- Salary: R50 000 - R60 000
- Cellphone
- Fleet card
- Health4Me medical aid