Sales Marketing Manager

Full-Time | Office-BasedStart date: Middle January 2026 or 1 February 2026Are 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 ResponsibilitiesSales LeadershipDrive 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 ExecutionLead campaigns, promotions, trade marketing, digital content & POS execution.Manage marketing materials and external designers/partners.Guide brand positioning through continuous market research.Pricing & Stock ManagementDevelop 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.Team LeadershipLead 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 & ReportingManage onboarding of new customers, account documentation & outstanding accounts.Prepare sales reports, forecasts & budget updates.Ensure compliance with certifications (Halaal, Kosher, ICSS).What You NeedBachelor’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.Excellent negotiation, relationship-building & communication skills.CRM proficiency (Zero advantageous).What We OfferMarket Related SalaryCompany vehicle included in CTCSmall, dynamic team with real influence on business growthOpportunity to engage major retail key accounts