Area Manager_África

We are looking for an Area Manager – Africa to join a multidisciplinary team and drive the growth of Sogrape Wines across the continent.Are you ready to take on a strategic challenge? Bring your strategic vision, simplify complexity, and focus on execution to expand brand presence, grow sales, and lead marketing initiatives, turning strategic goals into real impact across dynamic and fast-growing markets.Your main responsibilities:Develop sales plans and prepare the commercial budget for Sogrape brands in Africa, ensuring alignment with central guidelinesReview monthly forecasts and maintain regular contact with importers, distributors, and key accounts to monitor performance and identify opportunitiesCoordinate sell-through activities with local partners and support field teams to strengthen distribution across on- and off-premise channelsAct as a product knowledge ambassador, communicating brand features, benefits, heritage, and equitySupport trade shows, consumer events, brand activations, and accompany client or media visits when neededPrepare and share meeting reports, provide monthly activity summaries, and monitor brand and market P&Ls to ensure clear and accurate analysisWhat we are looking for:Degree in Management4-5 years of experience in sales ideally at alcohol beverages companiesExperience and knowledge in developing businesses within African markets (ideal)Fluent in English and Portuguese (knowledge of French and Spanish languages will be valued)Capacity to develop business with autonomy, through the different market channelsFocused on results, hands-on, with good skills in planning, organizing and prioritizingGood negotiation skillsCapacity to establish good relationships with persons from different culturesWilling and able to travel and work frequently in the marketsWhat we have to offer:Work with a specialized team in a global family wine company with a strong international presence in more than 120 marketsHybrid working model and additional vacation daysExclusive access to our top-quality wines and great brandsExclusive access to wine tourism experiences at our propertiesSpecialized wine training at the Sogrape Wine AcademyHealth Insurance, Sogrape Pension Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, and wellness initiativesProfessional development opportunitiesThank you for your application. Please note that we will only contact candidates who are eligible for the project.