Internal Sales Manager
FMCG / Food & Bev /Agri
Free State – South Africa
We are seeking an experienced Internal Sales Manager to lead sales operations, strengthen customer relationships, and drive business growth through operational excellence in the agriculture sector.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in sales or internal sales management.
- Exposure to FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution is advantageous.
- Strong ERP and Microsoft Excel skills, with proven cross-functional management experience.
- We are looking for a results-driven leader with strong business acumen, people skills, and the confidence to challenge convention where it creates improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and optimise internal sales processes to ensure efficiency and service excellence.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships, including with multi-national clients.
- Collaborate with external sales teams to identify growth opportunities and deliver business objectives.
- Oversee invoicing, returns, stock transfers, pricing accuracy, dispatch teams, and pallet control.
- Ensure compliance with FIFO stock systems and credit limits.
- Approve and track purchase and sales orders while ensuring accurate reporting.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies, products, and industry trends.