Position: Sales and Marketing Manager - Wine

Our client, in the wine industry based in Stellenbosch, is looking for a Sales and Marketing Manager to join their team based in Johannesburg as soon as possible.

Main purpose: Marketing and sales in local and international wine markets for 2 different brands, with the focus on new markets. Reporting to the managing director. 

Main responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies in new markets both locally and internationally.
• Build and maintain relationships with distributors, importers, retailers, and customers.
• Effective implementation of marketing strategies to build brand awareness and support sales.
• Increase distribution and grow sales in both local & international markets.
• Strategic management and development of current and emerging markets – conduct market research to understand customer preferences and competitor activities. Understand and translate business objectives into brand/marketing strategy.
• Evaluate, negotiate, select and manage outside resources to execute marketing plan where necessary and within budget.
• Analyse sales and market data to understand and help identify untapped opportunities to grow sales.
• Draw on sound market intel & competitor knowledge to identify opportunities and drive strategic decisions for marketing.
• Prepare sales reports for management review on monthly basis.
• Manage budgets, pricing strategies and promotional campaigns.
• Organise and attend wine tasting events, trade shows and promotional activities.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• *Must be willing to travel locally and international

Requirements:

• A relevant diploma/degree.
• 5 years' minimum experience in sales and marketing in international and local wine markets.
• Individual must have strong track record and experience within the wine industry.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.
• Valid passport and must be able to travel internationally.

The position is based in office in the Johannesburg area and is a permanent full time position.

Location: Johannesburg.

Salary: R45 000-R50 000 basic + commission: 1% on gross sales with a proven GP% above 30% ; Commission per brand for two brands.

Other benefits: Will receive Cell phone allowance

Starting date: As soon as possible.

Please apply online if you meet the above-mentioned requirements.

Please assume that your application was unsuccessful If you have not been contacted within 4 weeks.