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Our client is looking for a dynamic, results-driven Sales and Distribution Manager to join their commercial team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in developing a disciplined and motivated sales force in order to achieve budgeted sales volumes, excellent market execution and to preparing an annual operating budget and operate within the limits throughout the year. Duties and Responsibilities; Ensuring that the budgeted sales are achieved every month. Continuously monitoring the availability of products in trade and developing new outlets to cater for gaps that may exist. Ensuring that all merchandising material, displays, and outdoor advertising are of the highest standard, and are utilized effectively. Managing and controlling operational costs, Total Cost of Distribution, LMV mileage, ullages, and promotions. Ensuring superior customer service excellence. Identifying training needs for trade and instituting relevant training to cater for such. Exercising strict control over trade debtors, ensuring that credit terms and limits set from time to time are strictly adhered to. Providing Sales Representatives with guidance and direction in the preparation of their cycle plans and on-the-job training on an on-going basis. Preparing and submitting to the Regional Sales Manager the following reports i.e. ? Retail Audit Report ? Monthly Sales Variance Reports ? Monthly Sales & Distribution Reports ? 3-year S&D Strategic Plan ? Annual S&D Business plan Maximizing sales through the retail liquor infrastructure. Managing for increased traditional beer market share. Ensuring high standards of safety, health, and environment in trade and Depots. Driving competence acquisition. Requirements Matric A Degree in Sales/ Marketing/Business Studies/Economics or any equivalent. A post Graduate Diploma in Marketing/Logistics will be an added advantage. At least two years' hands on Sales and Distribution/ Marketing experience in a FMCG environment. A Clean Class 4 Driver's License. Innovative with good interpersonal, negotiation analytical and critical skills. Good knowledge of markets. Mature, highly disciplined and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision. Be computer literate. Have a working knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Systems. Must be self-driven. Collaborative decision-making abilities. Alignment with the company's purpose and values. Desired Skills: Interpersonal Skills Negotiation analytical and critical skills Desired Work Experience: 2 to 5 years Desired Qualification Level: Degree
Most are in India and the US. Here's how to pick the right one for you.
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WorkMundi's database shows 74,689 open sales positions globally. India leads with 17,483 jobs, followed by the US with 13,876. If you're open to geography, you have real options — but the sheer number means you need a filter. Don't apply to everything. Pick a country, a company size, and a sales model that matches what you actually want to do.
Almost 8 in 10 of these ads have their text written in English. That's useful for reading the job description and understanding what you're signing up for. But it tells you nothing about whether the role requires you to speak English with customers, partners, or your team. Ask the hiring manager directly during your first conversation.
The employers posting the most are boxlunch, SIMPLE RECRUIT, FlexBoard, and tmobile. If you see their name on a listing, you know they're actively hiring. That can work in your favor — high-volume recruiters often move faster. But volume also means competition. Your application needs to stand out.
Sales interviews almost always include a version of this: 'Tell me about a time you lost a deal. What did you learn?' Prepare a real story where you take ownership of what went wrong and what you'd do differently. Hiring managers want to see you learn, not just win.