Area Sales Manager - Nelspruit

In brief

**Overview** RCL Foods is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to join their Baking Division in Nelspruit. The primary purpose of this role is to drive bread sales growth within the retail trade channel. This involves managing existing retail accounts, increasing shelf presence, executing promotions, ensuring product availability, developing and maintaining strong customer relationships, and ultimately increasing market share. The successful candidate will be a retail trade sales specialist responsible for delivering volume, visibility, and value growth through effective in-store execution and customer relationship management. **What you will do** * Manage and grow a defined portfolio of accounts across Retail, HORECA, and Forecourt channels. * Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional and store managers. * Plan and execute a structured call cycle to ensure optimal territory coverage. * Ensure all products are merchandised according to planograms and brand standards. * Monitor shelf space, product rotation (FIFO), price compliance, and stock levels. * Implement and maintain promotional displays and in-store campaigns. * Review daily orders, manage order frequency, and follow-up on deliveries. * Work closely with distribution for accurate and timely deliveries. * Manage stock wastage from stores, non-deliveries, and claims. * Track and report daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets and KPIs. * Provide feedback on sales performance, customer issues, and competitor movements. * Handle returns and ensure adherence to freshness and quality standards. * Build strong relationships with store owners, store managers, and regional managers. * Educate customers on products, pricing, and promotions. * Handle service issues professionally and promptly. * Design plans with customers to increase sales. * Monitor competitor activity, including pricing, promotions, packaging, and shelf placement. * Report market trends and provide feedback to the Regional Sales Manager and General Manager. * Identify opportunities for growth within existing stores or new store openings. * Maintain accurate sales records, call reports, and performance metrics. * Submit daily and weekly reports on store visits, sales performance, and market feedback. * Track stock levels, orders, and sales data. * Take ownership and accountability for tasks, demonstrating effective self-management in planning, prioritizing, and self-development. * Ensure quality and productivity standards are consistently maintained. * Inform relevant parties of unmet tasks or deadlines, potential risks, and provide resolutions. * Manage colleagues’ and employees’ expectations and communicate appropriately. * Demonstrate a willingness to help others and collaborate to meet team targets. * Effectively lead a team of sales representatives. * Manage KPI performance with merchandisers and merchandising partners. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric * Diploma in Sales or Marketing * Valid driver ‘s licence * Minimum 3 to 4 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a Retail Trade environment bread products advantageous * At least 3 Years GT sales supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment FMCG * Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales target in retail. * Strong understanding of retail dynamics and relationships with personnel. * Vast experience working with chain stores and independent retailers. * Excellent Microsoft office skills **Who should apply** This role is ideal for an experienced and proactive Area Sales Manager with a strong background in retail trade, particularly within the bread product sector. The candidate should possess a proven track record in meeting and exceeding sales targets and have at least 3-4 years of supervisory experience in a retail trade environment, with additional experience in FMCG manufacturing. They should demonstrate a deep understanding of retail dynamics, strong relationship-building skills with diverse retail personnel, and vast experience working with both chain stores and independent retailers. The successful applicant will be self-managed, accountable, capable of leading a sales team, and proficient in Microsoft Office, ready to drive sales growth and market share for RCL Foods' Baking Division. **Deadline** 11th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/area-sales-manager-nelspruit-rcl-foods-1 Source: myjobmag

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