A leading agricultural company focused on advancing crop production through innovative breeding techniques is seeking a National Sales Manager to lead and grow its FMCG sales operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the FMCG market, excellent leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive revenue and market expansion.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification, ideally a B. Com.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in sales management or related field
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
• Must have experience managing distributors (Independent and Wholesale Market), key accounts, and sales teams
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into action
• Target-driven with a strong understanding of market dynamics

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing and executing sales strategies to achieve business targets.
• Managing and expanding distributor and retail networks.
• Leading, coaching, and motivating the sales team to maximize performance.
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and pricing strategies.
• Ensuring effective in-market execution, visibility, and availability of products.
• Preparing sales forecasts, reports, and performance reviews.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.