Tailoring shopper marketing campaigns according to insights from consumers.Delivering activation plans that span the entire shopper journey.Tracking and reporting results of various in store marketing campaigns.Special promotions implementation, display, activation taking to the next level in storeIn store execution of competitions and promotions, eg. Rewards, supplier. competitions.Develop and execute company strategies that drive market share growth.Analysis of company strategy and performance and effect changes as needed.Accurately set annual wholesale budgets for the company and formulate plans to alleviate sales deficits.Effective adaption of company strategies to suit the SA market and to meet the companys expectations.Monitoring retail prices in the market to ensure the company remains competitiveResearch and analyse consumer behaviour, market trends and competitor activity.Build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders to ensure full support of the company in the market.SalesDevelop and execute the wholesale strategy that will drive company sales and maximise profitability.Prospect and qualify new wholesale leads.Track all sales activities in the company system and keep current by updating account information regularlyCommunicate customer and prospect product pain pointsAchieve positive sales growths monthly and annually through the development and driving of "sell out" strategiesMonitor competitor activity and plan the appropriate response.Responsible for achieving the agreed objectives and sales targets for the company.Build and promote strong commercial relationships with wholesale clients by understanding their needs and objectives.Assist in setting up and driving sales at events/launches/retailer activities.Provide feedback on sales/customer-related issues or concerns.Identify and implement new ideas to drive sales.Be knowledgeable about the brands.Budget and Financial ManagementEstablish budgets, performance specifications and sales estimates.Management and analysis of spending to ensure effective usage thereof and ensure a ROI and company profitabilityEnsuring achievement of budgets across all storesEnsuring market share growth across all storesPrepare monthly performance reports for the stores.Measuring and reporting on performance and assessing KPIs and ROI.Stakeholder Engagement and ManagementBuild and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders to ensure full support of the company in the marketWork with all stakeholders to gain maximum exposure for the companyBuild strong relationships with operations (store managers, operations managers, and any other relevant person/department).Inventory ManagementInventory management to ensure stock levels in-house meet the organisational requirements, including accurate promotional forecasting.Manage stock levels at stores by actively engaging with the operations team regarding model stocks, replenishment levels and any other relevant information.Ensure stores are merchandised according to the required standard, with the necessary collateral and display elements (including promotions and launches).Manage tester and counter supply stock levels at stores to ensure that there are no out of stocks or abuse of these items.Key SkillsHighly organised and perform well under pressure.Budget management skills.Strong research and analytical skills.Good communication skills, both verbal and written.Willing and able to work on both strategy and operational subjects.Attention to detail.Proactivity, adaptability & flexibility.MultitaskingStrong interpersonal skillsNegotiation skillsBusiness acumenDelivering Results & Meeting Customer ExpectationsEntrepreneurial and commercial thinkingQualifications & RequirementsBusiness degree or equivalent experienceMinimum 5 years of Retail Sales management experiencePrevious experience in managing and leading teams.Driver's License and own vehicleMust be willing to travel if required.