Job Description
About the Role
Our client in the Food and Beverage / Chemical Solutions Industry is currently looking to employ an experienced New Business Development Manager to join their team based in Cape Town. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving company growth across the Western and Southern Cape F and B Division, focusing on securing new business opportunities, strengthening key account relationships, and ensuring commercial sustainability through effective financial, operational, and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the sales and commercial performance of the Western and Southern Cape F and B Division.
- Develop and manage regional sales and expense budgets.
- Monitor profitability and provide feedback on divisional growth and financial performance.
- Oversee project costing and ensure profitability targets are achieved.
- Monitor operational expenses and take corrective action where required.
- Manage and review SLA agreements to ensure sustainable profitability.
- Ensure operational SOPs are implemented for effective service delivery.
- Resolve escalated operational queries from team members.
- Work with service providers to ensure cost-effective operational support.
- Drive operational improvement initiatives to enhance branch performance.
- Provide product and application recommendations to clients.
- Ensure compliance with labour, health and safety, and client regulations.
Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Sales, Chemical, Food Science, or related field advantageous
- Minimum 7 years relevant industry experience
- At least 5 years in a senior sales or regional management role
- Proven track record in B2B new business development
- Experience in Key Account Management
- Working knowledge of the Food and Beverage manufacturing industry
- Experience with chemical hygiene solutions and applications within the F and B sector advantageous
- Strong commercial and operational understanding of branch operations in a B2B environment
- Budget management and profitability oversight experience
- Valid drivers license and own reliable vehicle
- Advanced MS Office skills (Excel advantageous)
Qualifications
No qualifications mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Salary information not provided.
How to Apply
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About Sales Assistant Jobs in Western Cape
The Sales Assistant role is an essential part of many industries in the Western Cape region, typically playing a crucial support function to sales teams. Generally, this position involves providing administrative assistance to sales professionals, managing customer relationships, and ensuring the smooth operation of sales processes.
Typically, the salary range for a Sales Assistant in the Western Cape falls within a broad band of R300 000 to R600 000 per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, it’s essential to note that actual salaries can vary significantly, and this range is only a rough guide. The salary may be influenced by the specific needs of the company, the individual’s level of experience, and the skills required for the role.
Common skills for a Sales Assistant typically include strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, organisational ability, and proficiency in Microsoft Office software. Additionally, sales assistants often require basic knowledge of CRM systems, customer relationship management tools, and data entry skills. In some cases, familiarity with specific industry-specific software or technologies may also be beneficial.
Sales Assistants can commonly be found working within various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. These roles often involve supporting sales teams in managing customer relationships, processing sales transactions, and providing administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of sales processes.
For those interested in pursuing a career as a Sales Assistant, there are several common career progression paths available. Typically, experienced sales assistants can move into senior sales assistant or coordinator roles, where they take on more responsibilities and contribute to the growth of their teams. Others may progress to roles such as sales manager or team leader, where they oversee multiple sales teams and develop strategies to drive business growth.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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