Sales Manager - Poultry

Recruiter:

SciStaff CC

Job Ref:

SCI000014/SCI

Date posted:

Friday, December 12, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A food ingredient manufacturer is seeking a Sales Manager to join their Poultry division in Gauteng. The Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales growth, customer engagement, and commercial development within the Poultry sector by overseeing technical, marketing, and business initiates across the Specialty Foods division.

POSITION INFO:

The key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Overseeing the commercial and technical aspects of the Poultry division.
Maintaining and growing existing customer relationships while driving new business development.
Leading the implementation and execution of projects to drive volume and sales.
Collaborating with support function managers to develop sustainable, profitable business.
Conducting hands-on product testing and customer trials.
Travelling extensively to liaise with clients and ingredient partners.
Reporting directly to the General Manager: Specialty Foods and working closely with the MD and CEO.

Key Requirements: Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or Agriculture (Animal Science) and a minimum 5–7 years’ commercial and sales experience, preferably in the Poultry Industry, is essential. The ideal candidate should also have technical ingredient and food application experience. An MBA and in-depth knowledge of poultry, poultry ingredients, and poultry processing would be advantageous. Must be willing to travel extensively.

Additional Requirements: Strong commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset; attention to detail; the ability to work under pressure and manage diverse technical and commercial teams; and strategic thinking, effective planning, excellent communication, and relationship-building skills.

*Only candidates that meet all the requirements should apply
**Only candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted

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