Area Sales Manager

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Are you ready to lead regional growth initiatives and shape the success of a prominent FMCG organisation? Our client, a leading player in the FMCG industry, is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to drive business expansion within the Eastern Cape. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact market share directly through strategic account management and collaborative team leadership. Where You'll Make an Impact: Drive regional growth by managing key accounts and overseeing third-party operations Lead and motivate partnered sales and merchandising agents to meet performance standards Manage key accounts, agency relationships, and partner engagements to optimise sales outcomes Facilitate volume growth within your portfolio while managing cold chain logistics and stock control Oversee and direct the internal sales team to achieve strategic objectives Provide regular market intelligence on competitor activity, pricing trends, and new market opportunities Duties: Develop and implement sales strategies aligned with regional growth targets Manage relationships with external agencies and partners, ensuring service levels are maintained Lead by example to foster a high-performance sales environment Monitor and report on market trends, competitor movements, and customer feedback Coordinate with internal teams to ensure effective stock management and cold chain processes Requirements: 3 to 5 years of sales management experience within the FMCG sector Proven ability to manage key accounts and external partnerships Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills Excellent reporting and time management capabilities Ability to work on-site in the Eastern Cape Nice to Have: Experience in cold chain logistics and stock management Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will be retained on our database for future opportunities that may match your profile. Candidates are also welcome to submit their CVs directly to or register on our website at for consideration for future roles.