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Johannesburg: Customer Manager_JHB

Johannesburg: Customer Manager_JHB

Posted on 2025-05-29 00:00:00

Employer Unspecified
Category Sales
Location Gauteng  / Johannesburg

Job Summary

Main Purpose of Job · Drive new business development and secure listings within FMCG retail channels Shoprite, PnP, Spar (Supermarkets, Convenience, Forecourts, Liquor Stores) · Drive new business development and secure listings within Independent Trade (Makro, Boxer, Masscash, Cash & Carry, Buying Groups including Distributors) for S0 & Non-Scheduled Front shop. · Build and nurture strong relationships with key retail accounts to maximize distribution, shelf space, and sales performance. · Build and nurture strong relationships with key Wholesale & Independent accounts to maximize distribution, shelf space, and sales performance. · Identify and develop opportunities for market expansion and category growth within assigned accounts. · Identify and scope new market development within the responsible accounts – to drive listing and distribution gain to increase market share Experience scope · Experience managing key accounts within FMCG retail environments such as Spar, Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, and liquor chains. · Extensive Experience working with traditional trade, forecourt, convenience stores, and informal trade channels (Massmart, Cash & Carry, Buying Groups; etc.) will be beneficial. Key Performance Areas (Core, essential responsibilities – outputs of the position) Listing & Distribution Growth: · Achieve first-time product listings and optimize distribution with targeted retailers. Perform category analysis and identify key buyers and decision-makers within accounts. Stock & Merchandising Management: · Monitor stock levels and sales trends to ensure optimal stock holding at wholesalers and retail outlets. Ensure products are merchandised to brand standards and support in-store activations. Strategic Account Planning: · Develop and execute comprehensive account plans aligning with overall commercial goals. Drive initiatives that increase sales velocity and category penetration. Customer Relationship Management: · Maintain strong, consultative relationships with key retail partners. Serve as trusted advisor to client teams to proactively address their needs and challenges. Negotiation & Contract Management: · Lead negotiations on pricing, trading terms, and promotional agreements. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and maintain positive partnerships. Cross-Functional Collaboration: · Work closely with marketing, supply chain, and operations teams to synchronize execution plans, promotional campaigns, and distribution logistics. Risk & Opportunity Management: Identify market risks such as competitor activity or supply challenges and develop mitigation strategies. Uncover new business opportunities within existing and new retail channels. Minimum Requirements Education · Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Marketing, Retail Management, Consumer Science, Supply Chain Management or equivalent. · Additional qualifications in Sales Strategy, Brand Management, or Category Management will be advantageous. · Exposure to Consumer Goods, Retail Buying, Shopper Marketing, or Trade Execution is highly valued. Experience · 3–5 years’ proven experience in FMCG sales, key account management, or trade marketing, with a strong understanding of consumer buying behavior and retail execution dynamics. · Direct experience managing retail customer types such as supermarkets (e.g. Shoprite, PnP, Spar), convenience outlets, liquor stores, forecourts, and informal/general trade such as (Cash & Carry, Masscash, Buying groups, and independent retail). · Demonstrated ability to drive first-time listings, secure promotional space, increase share of shelves, and scale product distribution within complex retail networks. · Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sell-in and sell-through sales targets through effective planning, execution, and in-store activation strategies. · Experience working with sales & merchandising agencies and interpreting field execution data (e.g., coverage, compliance, promotional uplift) is preferred. Skills/physical competencies · Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build rapport across multiple stakeholders. · Analytical mindset with ability to interpret sales data, market trends, and develop actionable insights. · Excellent negotiation skills and commercial acumen. · Highly organized with strong planning and time management skills. · Tech-savvy, proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable with sales data tools. · Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment and adapt to changing priorities. Behavioral qualities · Commercially Driven – Operates with a strong bias for action and results, always seeking to drive volume, value, and visibility in-store. · Customer-Centric Mindset – Deeply understands the consumer and shopper journey; prioritizes customer needs and retail execution excellence. · Resourceful & Entrepreneurial – Thrives in dynamic retail environments, finds creative solutions to overcome trade barriers, and seizes in-market opportunities. · Goal-Oriented & Resilient – Operates with urgency and persistence to meet sales, distribution, and promotional targets in fast-paced settings. · Collaborative & Cross-Functional – Builds strong working relationships across marketing, supply chain, and sales teams to execute trade plans effectively. · Strong Commercial Judgement – Balances brand, customer, and profitability priorities when making trade or investment decisions. · Confident Communicator & Influencer – Able to engage buyers, store managers, and internal stakeholders to align behind commercial initiatives. · Agile & Adaptive – Quickly adjusts to shifting market conditions, competitor actions, or customer dynamics with a solution-oriented approach. General working conditions (e.g. shift work, drivers’ license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.) · This role is primarily office-based but requires extensive national travel to attend customer meetings, commercial reviews, planning sessions, and business development engagements. · Regular in-trade visits are expected to ensure execution alignment, build market understanding, and strengthen relationships across customer formats. · The role operates across corporate retail (e.g., head offices), independent retail, pharmacy chains, and wholesale environments, requiring adaptability to different customer contexts. · Overnight travel may be required based on business demands, regional coverage, or trade event schedules. · Flexibility to work outside standard business hours may be necessary during key promotional periods, launches, or buyer availability. · A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are essential for effective regional coverage and customer engagement. Travel · The role requires 90% national travel based on customer and business needs, including a mix of planned account meetings, in-trade engagements, and ad-hoc commercial visits. Travel frequency may vary depending on the trading calendar, customer priorities, or promotional activity, and may include attendance at national meetings, launches, and strategic planning sessions.

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