Field Area Manager – Western Cape – Brackenfell

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of a Field Area Manager role in the Western Cape, close to Brackenfell, being recruited by Talent Candey for their client. The position is not office-based and involves leading regional teams to grow retail sales and strengthen customer relationships. The successful candidate will take ownership of regional sales performance, manage field teams, develop new business, and ensure consistent execution across an allocated retail store portfolio. The remuneration offered is R22,000–R25,000 CTC per month, comprising basic salary and car allowance, with a petrol card, cell phone, and a comprehensive commission structure also provided. **What you will do** * Lead, manage and support sales representatives and in-store teams. * Drive regional sales performance and achievement of targets. * Manage an allocated retail store portfolio and structured call cycle. * Build relationships with store managers, department managers and relevant buyers. * Secure orders, grow product ranging and identify new business opportunities. * Negotiate shelf space, floor space and promotional opportunities. * Monitor stock availability, pricing, merchandising and product visibility. * Plan and oversee in-store promotions and sales activities. * Conduct regular store visits to support teams and resolve operational challenges. * Monitor competitor activity and submit accurate sales and performance reports. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Current, hands-on experience calling on major retail stores as well as online retailers. * Understanding of how to drive sales, secure orders and improve in-store execution. * Current experience working with one or more of the following: Massmart (Game / Makro), Pick n Pay, Checkers / Shoprite Group. * Relevant product category experience (candidates whose experience is limited to food, tobacco or beverage FMCG sales will not be suitable for this environment). * Proven retail sales experience, including selling products within home electronics, audio, fitness equipment and/or beauty products. * Current experience calling on Massmart, Pick n Pay and/or Checkers / Shoprite. * Strong understanding of retail store operations and buying structures. * Proven leadership and team management experience. * A track record of achieving sales targets. * Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and communication skills. * Existing relationships within major retail accounts will be highly advantageous. * Valid driver’s licence. * Own reliable car no older than five years. * Willingness to travel throughout Western Cape. * Computer literacy. * Ability to work independently and manage a structured call cycle. **Who should apply** This role is for an experienced Field Area Manager who can lead regional teams, grow retail sales, and strengthen customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have current, hands-on experience calling on major retail stores and online retailers, with a proven ability to drive sales, secure orders, and improve in-store execution. They should have specific retail account experience with Massmart, Pick n Pay, and/or Checkers / Shoprite Group, and relevant product category experience outside of food, tobacco, or beverage FMCG sales. Experience in home electronics, audio, fitness equipment, and/or beauty products is specified. Strong leadership, sales target achievement, commercial awareness, negotiation, and communication skills are required, along with a valid driver's licence, own reliable car, and willingness to travel. Candidates with existing relationships within major retail accounts will have a significant advantage. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/retail/retail-wholesale/western-cape/field-area-manager-%E2%80%93-western-cape-%E2%80%93-brackenfell-id-7597126 Source: jobmail

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