About the role

Vero Foods is seeking a motivated and results-driven Sales Territory Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for growing sales, developing strong customer partnerships, and managing product merchandising across your designated territory.

You will work closely with independent retailers to identify new business opportunities, increase product distribution, strengthen existing customer relationships, and ensure our products are presented to the highest standard. Your sales ability, commercial awareness, and attention to detail will play an key role in driving territory performance and contributing to the continued growth of Vero Foods.

Key responsibilities

- Identify and develop new business opportunities to expand our customer base and increase market share.

- Maintain regular customer visits in line with scheduled routes, taking orders and identifying opportunities to grow sales.

- Build and maintain positive relationships with customers through reliable service, communication, and ongoing support.

- Drive sales through promotional campaigns and implement group promotions according to the promotional calendar.

- Manage and grow the full Vero Foods product range within independent retail outlets across your territory.

- Support the introduction and launch of new products, ensuring customers are aware of new offerings.

- Maintain high merchandising standards, including effective product displays, shelf presentation, and product placement.

- Monitor stock availability, organise replenishment, and help ensure products are consistently available to meet customer demand.

- Improve product visibility by optimising shelf layouts, category placement, and in-store displays.





- Install and maintain promotional signage to support product awareness, special offers, and seasonal campaigns.

About you

- Previous experience in sales, account management, or business development, preferably within the food or retail industry.

- A strong track record of achieving sales targets and delivering measurable business growth.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

- The ability to identify customer needs, present solutions, and develop long-term business partnerships.

- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your territory and customer schedule independently.

- Confidence using sales systems, reporting tools, and customer relationship management (CRM) software.

- A keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of product merchandising and retail presentation.

- A proactive, self-motivated attitude with a focus on achieving results.

- A current driver's licence and willingness to travel throughout your assigned territory.

Benefits

- Company-provided vehicle, mobile phone, and iPad for business use.

- Competitive salary package.

- Ongoing training and professional development.

- Opportunities for career progression and advancement.

- A supportive, team-oriented workplace that values employee wellbeing.

- Employee discounts across our product range.

About us

Vero Foods is the largest health and wellbeing wholesale distributor in SA located in Mile End. We service Foodland's and many other independent traders.

We believe strong partnerships, sustainable business practices, and a customer-first approach are essential to long-term success. Our team takes pride in building lasting relationships and helping our retail and foodservice partners grow.

📌 Sales Territory Manager (Mile End)
🏢 Vero Foods
📍 Mile End