Our client, a group based in the Boland area and operating in the wine industry, has the above exciting opportunity available for a dynamic, hands-on Manager with excellent communication and influencing skills, and a proven track record of successful negotiations, to expand market presence within the Asian, African & local markets. The position plays a crucial role in establishing strategic partnerships, developing & executing market entry strategies, fostering relationships with distributors & retailers, & ensuring effective brand positioning. The incumbent will report to the Head of Sales & Marketing, and KPA’s will include: *Sales: Establishing sales objectives, formulating strategies to obtain international sales objectives, market analysis, identifying sales growth opportunities with existing & potential clients, negotiating sales agreements.*Client Servicing: Coordinating & expediting sales orders, ensure excellent service and development of long-term relationships in relevant markets & ongoing evaluation of the international sales network, conduct client visits.*General Management: Providing input to annual sales budget, managing & controlling department costs in line with budget, monthly management reporting. *Promotions: Development of promotional material for relevant international markets, supervision of the execution of local promotional activities, participation in national & international wine shows. *All other ad hoc tasks related to the position. Essential qualifications, skills and experience: • Diploma/Degree in Marketing or Business; • Approximately 8 years' experience in an international sales environment within the wine industry, as well as senior B2B consultative sales experience (with at least 2 years’ in a managerial capacity); • Knowledge of the international wine industry & buying environment; • Excellent computer skills (MS Office); • Willingness to travel nationally & internationally; • Willingness to work outside of standard business hours as required. Please apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 26 February 2024. For general enquiries, contact our team at M3 Human Capital Management on 021 863 1444. Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.