Our client within the baking ingredients and FMCG industry is seeking to employ an experienced Sales & Factory Manager for their Cape Town branch.
The successful candidate will be responsible for growing the Western Cape market for dry baking mixes, speciality bread mixes, and pan oils, while also overseeing basic branch operations, stock control, and staff supervision.

Location:

Montague Gardens

Requirements:

Minimum 3 years’ sales experience within the baking industry
Previous experience selling bakery ingredients, dry mixes, premixes, pan oils, or related baking products
Strong external sales and business development experience
Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships within the bakery sector
Experience introducing and growing FMCG food products within the market
Ability to conduct product demonstrations and customer trials
Knowledge of stock control, ordering, dispatch, and warehouse operations
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and manage a small branch operation
Valid driver’s licence essential
Computer literate

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and grow the Cape Town market for dry baking products, premixes, speciality bread mixes, and pan oils
Source and secure new business opportunities within the bakery industry
Maintain and grow relationships with existing bakery clients
Achieve monthly sales targets and business development objectives
Conduct customer visits, product presentations, and product trials
Work closely with the test baker regarding product support and demonstrations
Manage stock control, ordering of raw materials and finished products
Oversee dispatch and basic warehouse operations
Supervise branch staff, including the driver and general worker
Ensure efficient day-to-day branch operations
Provide excellent customer service and technical product support