Junior Sales Manager

Full Time 2 months ago Western Cape, South Africa

Employment Information

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education (essential):

  • National Senior Certificate
Minimum applicable experience (years):
  • 2–3 years’ relevant experience in wholesale and/or retail sales. 
  • 1–2 years’ managerial experience
Required nature of experience:
  • Proven track record in achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth
  • Experience in wholesale and/or retail sales environments (non-negotiable)
  • Strong exposure to retail store environments and merchandising
  • Experience in building and maintaining client relationships.
Skills and Knowledge (essential):
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
  • Sales-driven mindset with strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
Other:
  • Work Schedule: 6 days per week (Monday – Saturday)
  • Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans.
  • Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.
  • Willingness to travel extensively locally and nationally.
  • Self-motivated, hands-on individual with a passion for excellence, customer engagement, brand building, and kitchenware.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND OBJECTIVES
Revenue Growth
  • Drive consistent revenue growth through proactive sales strategies.
  • Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets.
  • Expand and strengthen brand presence across existing and new retail partners.
  • Increase brand market share within existing retailers. 
Business Development
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities and sales channels.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key retail partners.
  • Support expansion into new markets and regions.
  • Continuously evaluate market trends and competitor activity.
Retail Execution & Operations – Store Visits
  • Conduct regular store visits to ensure optimal merchandising aligned with brand standards.
  • Monitor and maintain adequate stock levels at all times.
  • Coordinate and assist with product deliveries.
  • Deliver product training to enhance in-store sales performance.
  • Ensure overall in-store operational excellence.
Brand & Team Management
  • Lead and manage a team of approximately 15–25 in-store Brand Ambassadors.
  • Monitor, coach, and drive individual and team performance.
  • Recruit, train, and develop high-performing team members.
  • Represent the brand at events and activations to increase awareness.
  • Foster a high-performance and motivated team culture.
Customer & Relationship Management
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with retail management and in-store staff.
  • Ensure high levels of customer engagement and service delivery.
  • Address and resolve customer or store-related issues effectively.
  • Strengthen brand loyalty through consistent engagement.
  • Uphold and promote brand standards across all touchpoints.
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