Jobs at Red Bull

• Negotiating the elements of Red Bull Perfect Store within a set of Retail and Impulse accounts in a given geographical area – this includes availability, visibility, communication and additional placements of Red Bull to enable maximum sales of all Red Bull products. 

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

TERRITORY COVERAGE

• Effective coverage of all agreed outlets at optimum frequencies in a cost effective manner
• Administration and development of designated area
• Completion of all calls allocated to individual territories
• Professional and respectful to colleagues, customers and suppliers.

PERFECT STORE

• Maintenance and growth of Perfect Stores databases which focus on availability and distribution, pricing, visibility, placements and messaging
• Building quality relationships through effective communication
• Influencing decision makers through presenting compelling insights and commercial proposals

STOCK MANAGEMENT

• Managing orders to ensure Red Bull's stock keeping units (SKUs) are in stock and on display at all times
• Ensuring that stock levels necessary to secure continuous availability of Red Bull products to the consumer in all covered outlets are maintained at all times

POS MANAGEMENT

• Securing (and where possible, improving) the agreed in-store presence of the Red Bull brand
• Placement of POS – ensuring POS is correctly sited and up to date in all outlets
• Promotional Compliance – ensuring agreed promotions are in place and running from the first day

ADMINISTRATION AND REPORTING

• Completing all necessary administrative tasks accurately and on time
• Implementation of Head Office agreements and ensuring their execution based on merchandising standards

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Proven sales track record
• FMCG experience (branded or retail experience)
• Valid drivers license
• Ability to manage and cultivate good relationships
• Good selling skills: communication, negotiation and objection handling skills
• Clear understanding of Off Premise channels (retail, impulse, non traditional)
• Commercial awareness and basic understanding of commercial maths
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and preferably mobile Field Force automation
• Travel 90-100%
   

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• ´Going where we have not gone before. ´ For us this means breaking new ground, exploring new ways to expand the distribution and to enlarge our sales force. And why? Our Mission is to make Red Bull – the brand, the product, and the content – available to everyone, anywhere and at any time. Not only is Red Bull a welcome guest in clubs, nightclubs and trendy bars, but it is also the #1 energy source in the daytime On Premise.
• Do you thrive on new ideas? Would you also like to inspire our consumers at any time of day? Are you naturally assertive? Does negotiating come naturally to you? Do you naturally approach (new) customers proactively? Yes? Then shake up your region as a Musketeer Scout and assume responsibility for the availability and activation of our products in the channels of Contract Catering, Quick service restaurant, Travel and Recreation. We will give you the chance to work and develop yourself full time in a challenging, multifaceted job in an ambitious and reliable team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

THE ENTREPRENEUR OF THE TERRITORY

• You will own responsibility for analysis of customer potential and develop optimal appointment planning (routing, call cycle, coverage) accordingly, taking targets and goals for the particular distribution channel into consideration and in agreement with your superior and the national Key Account Management team.
• Your focus is new customer acquisition in both catering, QSR, travel and leisure outlets in the defined territory.
• You will take care of new and existing customers; and by employing innovative and inspirational measures you will achieve the perfect presentation and placement of our product family. Being responsible for the visibility and availability of the products, you will make the Red Bull brand real and tangible.
• Besides being responsible for your own customers, you will work in close cooperation with the national Key Account Team and assume responsibility for the presence of our products at in all relevant outlets in the defined territory.

THE CANBASSADOR

• In your territory you are the reliable and knowledgeable partner for decision makers, e.g. Ops and Area Managers, Food and Beverage Managers or Outlet Managers. As such you are a role model and embody our values of responsibility, passion, focus and professionalism thus earning 100% of the customers’ trust in Red Bull.
• Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders and business partners in order to drive mutual business and to strengthen their affinity for and understanding of the Red Bull brand and product portfolio.

THE INDISPENSABLE CONSULTANT

• Finally, as an “Indispensable Business Consultant”, you must build and maintain long-lasting collaborations with key stakeholders and negotiate win/win partnership agreements that add value to both Red Bull and the customer's business.
• Your communication, sales, and marketing abilities will play a crucial role. Identifying the right sales and marketing occasions for Red Bull's presence, along with turning insights into impactful programs, is essential.
• Measuring success by diligently tracking, analyzing, and reporting on performance and areas of growth and opportunity will help drive the business forward.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• For the On Premise you are the face of Red Bull and it is your personal, unique, open manner combined with your knowledge and experience that thrills our customers.
• Your first experience in field sales or food retail? – In our Musketeer Team we welcome people with an affinity for sales or the On Premise.
• You don´t need to be an IT-expert, however, you are IT savvy with a laptop, tablet, mobile phone and related standard software (MS Office, Outlook)
• Time clock? Wrong! You like being on the move, being flexible, and being responsible for your own worktimes and organisation. Ideally you live in your region.
• You are your own boss: Responsible for your independent action and strong implementation. You are practical and pragmatic.
• Last but not least: Fun, Focus, Passion, Responsibility and Professionalism.

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• "Musketeers" have always been the main volume contributors, trial generators and sparks, creating kindred spirits in the On Premise environment, such as bars, restaurants, events, clubs and hospitality. As the face of the brand and the indispensable consultant to their On Premise territory, they are responsible for identifying business opportunities in new On Premise playgrounds to leverage brand image and drive both current and future sales of Red Bull's product portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Red Bull Ambassador

• Establish and nurture relationships with key influencers, industry players and business partners (including, but not limited to, outlet owners/managers, bar staff, distribution partners, promoters, agencies, etc.)
• Build affinity and understanding of the Red Bull brand and products within your network.
• Be seen as the credible, reliable and knowledgeable face of Red Bull On Premise.
• Deliver excellence with Red Bull's premium brand image in all activities and execution.

The Entrepreneur of the Territory

• Know your territory like the back of your hand.
• Follow the company's strategy, create innovative measures and lay the foundation in areas where Red Bull will exploit its full potential in the future.
• Master the On Premise universe by staying on the cutting edge of industry knowledge, trends and new opportunities (accounts, occasions, consumers).
• Manage internal and external resources (materials, tools, budget) to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal (especially on premise- and culture- marketing) and external stakeholders (artists, promoters, agencies, creatives) to leverage business success
• Deliver premium execution and creative value-adds to enhance Red Bull's brand image and increase consumption at events (Red Bull events, 3rd party such as para-gastronomy and festivals)

Indispensable Business Consultant

• Build and maintain long-lasting collaborations with key stakeholders.
• Negotiate win/win partnership agreements which add value to both Red Bull's business and customer's business.
• Leverage your impressive communication, sales and marketing ability to keep Red Bull number one On Premise.
• Drive and expand the business by identifying the right sales and marketing occasions in which Red Bull should be present (brand, product).
• Turn insights into impactful programmes to drive sales and leverage the Red Bull brand image.
• Measure success by diligently tracking, analysing and reporting on performance and areas of growth and opportunity.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Matric required
• University degree preferred
• Sales and Marketing experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in the hospitality, night-life and/or FMCG industry preferred.
• Basic market knowledge and integration into local On Premise industry and community is beneficial.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently in a high energy, fast-paced, field-based environment.
• Strategic, innovative, commercially aware (shows understanding of sales and finance processes).
• Strong planning, prioritisation and organisational ability.
• Strong analytical ability (analyse sales and customer data).
• Street smart. Know what's going on in the streets – understand all groups of people, what every type of person has to deal with daily and know how to act around them. 
• Self-aware and able to adapt communication, presentation and professional appearance according to audience and scene. Excellent communication, active listening skills and the ability to negotiate. 
• Ability to work flexible hours (including nights and weekends).
• Full working knowledge of IOS and MS Office.

go to method of application »

• ´Going where we have not gone before. ´ For us this means breaking new ground, exploring new ways to expand the distribution and to enlarge our sales force. And why? Our Mission is to make Red Bull – the brand, the product, and the content – available to everyone, anywhere and at any time. Not only is Red Bull a welcome guest in clubs, nightclubs and trendy bars, but it is also the #1 energy source in the daytime On Premise.
• Do you thrive on new ideas? Would you also like to inspire our consumers at any time of day? Are you naturally assertive? Does negotiating come naturally to you? Do you naturally approach (new) customers proactively? Yes? Then shake up your region as a Musketeer Scout and assume responsibility for the availability and activation of our products in the channels of Contract Catering, Quick service restaurant, Travel and Recreation. We will give you the chance to work and develop yourself full time in a challenging, multifaceted job in an ambitious and reliable team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

THE ENTREPRENEUR OF THE TERRITORY

• You will own responsibility for analysis of customer potential and develop optimal appointment planning (routing, call cycle, coverage) accordingly, taking targets and goals for the particular distribution channel into consideration and in agreement with your superior and the national Key Account Management team.
• Your focus is new customer acquisition in both catering, QSR, travel and leisure outlets in the defined territory.
• You will take care of new and existing customers; and by employing innovative and inspirational measures you will achieve the perfect presentation and placement of our product family. Being responsible for the visibility and availability of the products, you will make the Red Bull brand real and tangible.
• Besides being responsible for your own customers, you will work in close cooperation with the national Key Account Team and assume responsibility for the presence of our products at in all relevant outlets in the defined territory.

THE CANBASSADOR

• In your territory you are the reliable and knowledgeable partner for decision makers, e.g. Ops and Area Managers, Food and Beverage Managers or Outlet Managers. As such you are a role model and embody our values of responsibility, passion, focus and professionalism thus earning 100% of the customers’ trust in Red Bull.
• Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders and business partners in order to drive mutual business and to strengthen their affinity for and understanding of the Red Bull brand and product portfolio.

THE INDISPENSABLE CONSULTANT

• Finally, as an “Indispensable Business Consultant”, you must build and maintain long-lasting collaborations with key stakeholders and negotiate win/win partnership agreements that add value to both Red Bull and the customer's business.
• Your communication, sales, and marketing abilities will play a crucial role. Identifying the right sales and marketing occasions for Red Bull's presence, along with turning insights into impactful programs, is essential.
• Measuring success by diligently tracking, analyzing, and reporting on performance and areas of growth and opportunity will help drive the business forward.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• For the On Premise you are the face of Red Bull and it is your personal, unique, open manner combined with your knowledge and experience that thrills our customers.
• Your first experience in field sales or food retail? – In our Musketeer Team we welcome people with an affinity for sales or the On Premise.
• You don´t need to be an IT-expert, however, you are IT savvy with a laptop, tablet, mobile phone and related standard software (MS Office, Outlook)
• Time clock? Wrong! You like being on the move, being flexible, and being responsible for your own worktimes and organisation. Ideally you live in your region.
• You are your own boss: Responsible for your independent action and strong implementation. You are practical and pragmatic.
• Last but not least: Fun, Focus, Passion, Responsibility and Professionalism.

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• The Key Account Specialist is a mid-management level role reporting to a senior account manager responsible for the gas / forecourt channel. The individual must have entrepreneurial traits and be a self starter to enable them to deliver on sales, volume and profitability targets. The Key Account specialist needs to be able to devise a medium-term vision, based on thorough understanding of customers, trends and opportunities with attention to detail. The person needs to feel comfortable to take calculated risks, identifying and exploiting opportunities and to achieve business advantages. Sharing best practices with colleagues and customers which enable Red Bull to gain competitor advantage is a matter of course. A creative, analytical and challenging personality, oriented towards actions, who is able to build strong strategic customer relationships and to collaborate within the company. cross-functionally and internationally.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Strategy

• Manage the implementation of Red Bull's commercial strategy at the key customers.
• Develop short and mid-term customer strategies in line with the overall national sales policy, with a strong focus on innovation and long term sales drivers.
• Implement price strategies in-line with company mandate and establish the customer pricing accordingly.
• Deliver a promotional plan that drives share and category growth and protects channel profitability and is aligned with the National grid.

Analysis and Planning

• Analyse available data sources (e.g. Nielsen, scanner and customer data) and derive customer’s growth opportunities.
• Continuously plan sales forecast and prepare trade spend budget to hit profitability targets.
• Develop plans for annual business and effective promotion.
• Produce excellent conceptual selling decks and establish Red Bull as the category leader.

Execution

• Conduct and lead yearly negotiation process at key customers within your portfolio, spend time in understanding what is required to win in categor.
• Agree with customers on Red Bull's Perfect Store concept/ VIP programs/ Profit Zone concept / Permanent Category Solutions.
• Manage in trade partners for Merchandising and Execution within assigned portfolio.

Collaboration

• Continually research to understand customer needs better and respond with programmes (in line with the brand equity) that are mutually beneficial.
• Develop effective partnerships for Red Bull to be regarded as key supplier and engine for profitable growth.
• Strive for Category Captaincy with key strategic retailers within the energy category.
• Build strong intercompany networks and establish a close cross-functional relationship with Field Sales, Distribution team as well as Trade Marketing. Jointly develop winning customer category strategies and conceptual sells.

Forecasting

• Forecasting base volume based on base/promo/execution using PET to better understand off-take and what drives effective promotional uplift.
• Volume forecast critical for planning demand via DP driving overall business efficiencies
• This is critical in planning pack mix and ultimately profitability mix.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• University Degree, preferably Economics/Business Administration
• Managing and controlling budgets, including investment and optimizing investment buckets.
• A proven track record of 2-5 years professional experience in Key Account Management and/or Field
• Force Management, ideally with FMCG/beverage background within the gas or impulse channels. 
• Cross-functional experience in Trade Marketing/Consumer Marketing is a plus (not mandatory).
• Excellent network of existing contacts and trade relationships.
• Tactical planning / Strategic ability -- develop specific, valuable, innovative and commercially focused strategies but also grasp the ‘bigger picture’.
• Commercial acumen -- strong understanding of sales processes and financial systems. Strategic and innovative commercial awareness. Ideally can work with SAP/BI to plan and track sales results.
• Analytical skills -- strong planning and negotiation skills with a sound understanding of financial bottom line implications of sales and marketing decisions. Able to analyse sales and customer data, take the best conclusion, develop initiatives with the highest value for the shopper, customer and Red Bull.
• Negotiation experience -- successful front line retail negotiation experience and problem-solving skills.
• Presentation skills -- demonstrate great presentation skills that provide highly relevant and commercially viable strategies/processes in a clear, concise and empowering way.

go to method of application »

• "Musketeers" have always been the main volume contributors, trial generators and sparks, creating kindred spirits in the On Premise environment, such as bars, restaurants, events, clubs and hospitality. As the face of the brand and the indispensable consultant to their On Premise territory, they are responsible for identifying business opportunities in new On Premise playgrounds to leverage brand image and drive both current and future sales of Red Bull's product portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Red Bull Ambassador

• Establish and nurture relationships with key influencers, industry players and business partners (including, but not limited to, outlet owners/managers, bar staff, distribution partners, promoters, agencies, etc.)
• Build affinity and understanding of the Red Bull brand and products within your network.
• Be seen as the credible, reliable and knowledgeable face of Red Bull On Premise.
• Deliver excellence with Red Bull's premium brand image in all activities and execution.

The Entrepreneur of the Territory

• Know your territory like the back of your hand.
• Follow the company's strategy, create innovative measures and lay the foundation in areas where Red Bull will exploit its full potential in the future.
• Master the On Premise universe by staying on the cutting edge of industry knowledge, trends and new opportunities (accounts, occasions, consumers).
• Manage internal and external resources (materials, tools, budget) to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal (especially on premise- and culture- marketing) and external stakeholders (artists, promoters, agencies, creatives) to leverage business success
• Deliver premium execution and creative value-adds to enhance Red Bull's brand image and increase consumption at events (Red Bull events, 3rd party such as para-gastronomy and festivals)

Indispensable Business Consultant

• Build and maintain long-lasting collaborations with key stakeholders.
• Negotiate win/win partnership agreements which add value to both Red Bull's business and customer's business.
• Leverage your impressive communication, sales and marketing ability to keep Red Bull number one On Premise.
• Drive and expand the business by identifying the right sales and marketing occasions in which Red Bull should be present (brand, product).
• Turn insights into impactful programmes to drive sales and leverage the Red Bull brand image.
• Measure success by diligently tracking, analysing and reporting on performance and areas of growth and opportunity.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Matric required
• University degree preferred
• Sales and Marketing experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in the hospitality, night-life and/or FMCG industry preferred.
• Basic market knowledge and integration into local On Premise industry and community is beneficial.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently in a high energy, fast-paced, field-based environment.
• Strategic, innovative, commercially aware (shows understanding of sales and finance processes).
• Strong planning, prioritisation and organisational ability.
• Strong analytical ability (analyse sales and customer data).
• Street smart. Know what's going on in the streets – understand all groups of people, what every type of person has to deal with daily and know how to act around them. 
• Self-aware and able to adapt communication, presentation and professional appearance according to audience and scene. Excellent communication, active listening skills and the ability to negotiate. 
• Ability to work flexible hours (including nights and weekends).
• Full working knowledge of IOS and MS Office.

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• To primarily manage and lead a national field sales team across a portfolio of Retail, Gas, and Kiosk/Independent channels, through active coaching and the implementation of agreed perfect store standards. In addition, the critical management of the third-party execution partner for Retail and Indepedents, with full responsibility of the relationship and daily interaction with the external agencies, including the setting of strategy, overseeing the support of training, score-carding, improving system interaction and driving pay for performance. The role goes beyond the standard field sales leadership role and the person will be expected to set the direction of and plan both the internal and the external third-party team’s activities on an annual, monthly and weekly basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Foster a High Performance Field Sales Team

• Manage the efficiency and effectiveness of the overall field team to ensure that impact is made on every call, via implementation of perfect store standards:
• Call cycle management
• In store audit and reporting management
• Ensuring that strikers have the information and tools that they require to perform their function successfully
• Ongoing training and coaching through 1 on 1 route rides
• Establish and maintain a dynamic and fun team environment that encourages positive attitude, team interaction and creativity

Agency Management

• Develop, execute and track national retail execution plan with third party execution service provider:
• Define, manage and track KPI targets and deliverables nationally in order to increase the presence of the Red Bull brand in store
• Ongoing training and coaching
• Manage pay for performance framework
• Foster a strong collaborative partnership

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Foster strong internal relationships with other pillars within the business i.e. Key Accounts, Trade Marketing, etc.
• Foster strong relationships with MEWA region and headquarter counterparts.
• Determine weekly, monthly and quarterly routines

Budget Management

• Manage agreed budgets and evaluate effectiveness of spend in close collaboration with the finance department.

Strategy Development

• Continue to review and evolve the structure of the field sales team in line with overall future business aspirations.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Higher commercial degree/ University Degree (business, marketing or similar)
• Valid driving license
• >5 years’ experience in FMCG sector
• Previous successful experience leading sales teams
• Previous successful experience managing an external sales agency, with the retail channel an advantage
• Leadership, Motivation and Team Skills
• Clear understanding of markets, sales & distribution, competitor activity, consumer behavior in FMCG context
• A commitment to people management and development with a proven ability to build and develop talent
• Strong analytical ability and commercial acumen to understand financial statements and market trends
• EDV (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) and experience with Field Force automation
• High negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Management reporting and budget control
• Strong presentation skills

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• The Head of Key Accounts Manager for Impulse is a senior sales leadership role, responsible for direct management of our largest gas accounts, as well as managing the Key Account team responsible for the balance of the gas portfolio and convenience customer accounts. This team is responsible for the sales volume and profitability targets for major national customers across South Africa. The Head of Key Account Manager needs to be able to devise a long-term strategy with medium term vision, based on thorough understanding of customers, channel trends and opportunities, with attention to detail. This senior role requires a 'hands-on' leader, who sets bullish goals, with clear expectations, ultimately delivering on key initiatives. This person needs to feel comfortable with taking calculated risks, identifying and exploiting opportunities, in order to achieve business advantages. 

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Strategy

• Lead and manage the implementation of Red Bull's commercial strategy at all key customers, with the objective of being the #1 beverage brand in South Africa.
• Develop long and mid-term customer strategies in line with the overall business objective.
• Implement national price strategies and establish the customer pricing accordingly.
• Deliver a promotional plan that drives share and category growth and protects channel profitability.

Analysis and Planning

• Analyse available data sources (e.g. Nielsen, scanner and customer data) and derive customer’s growth opportunities.
• Continuously plan sales forecast and prepare trade spend budget to hit profitability targets.
• Develop plans for annual business and effective promotion.
• Prepare yearly negotiations (including different scenarios) with focus on Red Bull’s sales drivers and Red Bull’s customer spend strategy.
• Produce excellent conceptual selling decks and establish Red Bull as the category leader.

Execution

• Conduct and lead yearly negotiation process at key customers.
• Understand constitutionality and how best to use this as a part of revenue growth management.
• Agree with customers on Red Bull’s Perfect Store concept/ VIP programs/ Profit Zone concepts.

Tracking

• Lead the continuous tracking and monitoring of volume and profitability targets by using existing sales report as well as commercial reviews with KAM and controlling (CPM2) BI
• Support, prepare and discuss success of executed plans (e.g. promotions) with customers and internal stake holders to highlight Red Bull's contribution to customer's business.
• Use insights and data to manage key decisions impacting profitability, volume and share gains.
• Track trade terms and price increases to ensure full visibility across Off-Premise customers

Collaboration

• Continually research to understand customer needs better and respond with programmes (in line with the brand equity) that are mutually beneficial.
• Develop effective partnerships for Red Bull to be regarded as key supplier and engine for profitable growth.
• Strive for Category Captaincy with key strategic retailers within the energy category.
• Build strong intercompany networks and establish a close cross-functional relationship with Trade Marketing. Jointly develop winning customer category strategies and conceptual sells.

Leadership

• Lead and manage a first class Off Premise Key Accounts team, across all omnichannels of retail, gas, pharmacy, wholesale, speciality retail and ecommerce.
• Develop talent and capabilities of Off Premise Key Accounts team by ongoing mentorship and training.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback with formal target setting as well as mid term and year end review for all direct reports.
• Set and conduct meetings and tasks routines for entire team.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• University Degree, preferably Economics/Business Administration
• A proven track record of 5-10 years professional experience in Key Account/Commercial Management, ideally with FMCG/beverage background.
• Experience and a proven track record in managing and developing successful commercial teams an advantage.
• Cross-functional experience in Trade Marketing/Consumer Marketing/Field Sales Management is a plus (not mandatory).
• Excellent network of existing contacts and trade relationships is vital.
• Proving success in managing value chains, controlling budgets, including investment and optimizing investment buckets.
• Proven success in tactical planning / strategic ability -- develop specific, valuable, innovative and commercially focused strategies but also grasp the 'bigger picture'.
• Commercial acumen -- strong understanding of sales processes and financial systems. Strategic and innovative commercial awareness. Ideally can work with SAP/BI to plan and track sales results.
• Analytical skills -- strong planning and negotiation skills with a sound understanding of financial bottom line implications of sales and marketing decisions. Able to analyse sales and customer data, take the best conclusion, develop initiatives with the highest value for the shopper, customer and Red Bull.
• Negotiation experience -- successful front line retail negotiation experience and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record in successfully managing a national price increase. 
• Presentation skills -- demonstrate great presentation skills that provide highly relevant and commercially viable strategies/processes in a clear, concise and empowering way.
• Travel 40-50%
   

go to method of application »

• "Musketeers" have always been the main volume contributors, trial generators and sparks, creating kindred spirits in the On Premise environment, such as bars, restaurants, events, clubs and hospitality. As the face of the brand and the indispensable consultant to their On Premise territory, they are responsible for identifying business opportunities in new On Premise playgrounds to leverage brand image and drive both current and future sales of Red Bull's product portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Red Bull Ambassador

• Establish and nurture relationships with key influencers, industry players and business partners (including, but not limited to, outlet owners/managers, bar staff, distribution partners, promoters, agencies, etc.)
• Build affinity and understanding of the Red Bull brand and products within your network.
• Be seen as the credible, reliable and knowledgeable face of Red Bull On Premise.
• Deliver excellence with Red Bull's premium brand image in all activities and execution.

The Entrepreneur of the Territory

• Know your territory like the back of your hand.
• Follow the company's strategy, create innovative measures and lay the foundation in areas where Red Bull will exploit its full potential in the future.
• Master the On Premise universe by staying on the cutting edge of industry knowledge, trends and new opportunities (accounts, occasions, consumers).
• Manage internal and external resources (materials, tools, budget) to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal (especially on premise- and culture- marketing) and external stakeholders (artists, promoters, agencies, creatives) to leverage business success
• Deliver premium execution and creative value-adds to enhance Red Bull's brand image and increase consumption at events (Red Bull events, 3rd party such as para-gastronomy and festivals)

Indispensable Business Consultant

• Build and maintain long-lasting collaborations with key stakeholders.
• Negotiate win/win partnership agreements which add value to both Red Bull's business and customer's business.
• Leverage your impressive communication, sales and marketing ability to keep Red Bull number one On Premise.
• Drive and expand the business by identifying the right sales and marketing occasions in which Red Bull should be present (brand, product).
• Turn insights into impactful programmes to drive sales and leverage the Red Bull brand image.
• Measure success by diligently tracking, analysing and reporting on performance and areas of growth and opportunity.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Matric required
• University degree preferred
• Sales and Marketing experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in the hospitality, night-life and/or FMCG industry preferred.
• Basic market knowledge and integration into local On Premise industry and community is beneficial.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently in a high energy, fast-paced, field-based environment.
• Strategic, innovative, commercially aware (shows understanding of sales and finance processes).
• Strong planning, prioritisation and organisational ability.
• Strong analytical ability (analyse sales and customer data).
• Street smart. Know what's going on in the streets – understand all groups of people, what every type of person has to deal with daily and know how to act around them. 
• Self-aware and able to adapt communication, presentation and professional appearance according to audience and scene. Excellent communication, active listening skills and the ability to negotiate. 
• Ability to work flexible hours (including nights and weekends).
• Full working knowledge of IOS and MS Office.
• "Musketeers" have always been the main volume contributors, trial generators and sparks, creating kindred spirits in the On Premise environment, such as bars, restaurants, events, clubs and hospitality. As the face of the brand and the indispensable consultant to their On Premise territory, they are responsible for identifying business opportunities in new On Premise playgrounds to leverage brand image and drive both current and future sales of Red Bull's product portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Red Bull Ambassador

• Establish and nurture relationships with key influencers, industry players and business partners (including, but not limited to, outlet owners/managers, bar staff, distribution partners, promoters, agencies, etc.)
• Build affinity and understanding of the Red Bull brand and products within your network.
• Be seen as the credible, reliable and knowledgeable face of Red Bull On Premise.
• Deliver excellence with Red Bull's premium brand image in all activities and execution.

The Entrepreneur of the Territory

• Know your territory like the back of your hand.
• Follow the company's strategy, create innovative measures and lay the foundation in areas where Red Bull will exploit its full potential in the future.
• Master the On Premise universe by staying on the cutting edge of industry knowledge, trends and new opportunities (accounts, occasions, consumers).
• Manage internal and external resources (materials, tools, budget) to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal (especially on premise- and culture- marketing) and external stakeholders (artists, promoters, agencies, creatives) to leverage business success
• Deliver premium execution and creative value-adds to enhance Red Bull's brand image and increase consumption at events (Red Bull events, 3rd party such as para-gastronomy and festivals)

Indispensable Business Consultant

• Build and maintain long-lasting collaborations with key stakeholders.
• Negotiate win/win partnership agreements which add value to both Red Bull's business and customer's business.
• Leverage your impressive communication, sales and marketing ability to keep Red Bull number one On Premise.
• Drive and expand the business by identifying the right sales and marketing occasions in which Red Bull should be present (brand, product).
• Turn insights into impactful programmes to drive sales and leverage the Red Bull brand image.
• Measure success by diligently tracking, analysing and reporting on performance and areas of growth and opportunity.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Matric required
• University degree preferred
• Sales and Marketing experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in the hospitality, night-life and/or FMCG industry preferred.
• Basic market knowledge and integration into local On Premise industry and community is beneficial.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently in a high energy, fast-paced, field-based environment.
• Strategic, innovative, commercially aware (shows understanding of sales and finance processes).
• Strong planning, prioritisation and organisational ability.
• Strong analytical ability (analyse sales and customer data).
• Street smart. Know what's going on in the streets – understand all groups of people, what every type of person has to deal with daily and know how to act around them. 
• Self-aware and able to adapt communication, presentation and professional appearance according to audience and scene. Excellent communication, active listening skills and the ability to negotiate. 
• Ability to work flexible hours (including nights and weekends).
• Full working knowledge of IOS and MS Office.

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• Leading and mentoring a team who is responsible for ensuring that Red Bull is the #1 distributed energy drink in South Africa, by deriving and owning the strategy through horizontal and vertical reach opportunities. Red Bull should be available and within arm’s reach to every consumer in South Africa every day and displayed in a premium way. A key element to achieving this objective includes identifying, selecting, negotiating, and managing the right partners to ultimately deliver profitable and sustainable growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

People

• Lead the DPM/Wholesale Team by focusing on their strengths to maximize their performance
• Coach and develop team individuals to step up the ladder of mastery in managing their partners / accounts
• Define and execute routines and call cycles for team securing optimal DP management
• Own the relation to the top accounts and business partners
• Be hands-on for building strategy but also demonstrating and showcasing how it is done
• Responsible for analysing geographic areas to understand outlet and sales opportunity within identified areas though trade visits

Route to Market

• Define new and constantly optimize existing route to market distribution partner model to meet business growth targets
• Define an innovative and profitable way for Red Bull to win market leadership within main market and independents
• Ownership of managing business within the defined pricing and profitability guidelines and budgets

Direct & Indirect Distribution Partner Management

• Create and develop a model on how Red Bull can improve and win distribution through the direct distribution model, as well as through strong execution and availability across the independent wholesale channel
• Build strong commercial relationships with the national and regional DP teams
• Drive profitable and sustainable volume growth through distribution initiatives
• Build winning initiatives to drive reach, sales targets, and our execution in all channels
• Define and implement initiatives to constantly improve Red Bull’s in outlet/store visibility and performance linked to perfect outlet/store standards
• Define and negotiate together with your team overall distributor KPIs (broken down from overall sales targets) to meet Red Bulls annual business targets: Volume Sales, Execution, Promotional Execution, Distribution of Red Bull brand portfolio and Effective Store Coverage
• Fuelling passion for Red Bull at customer levels through defining with Trade Marketing efficient and effective recognition and reward programs
• Undertake systematic and regular store/outlet visits to identify gaps and opportunities
• Prepare and lead monthly & quarterly reviews with the DP’s
• Prepare and lead the contract negotiation process

Strategy and Planning

• Responsible for creating a Business Plan in close co-ordination with the larger DPM teams
• Set, track, and drive all DP Sales Districts against the annual business plan
• Responsibility for creating and developing a strong commercial plan to grow distribution and SKU listing in the Non-Musketeer/Striker Managed account Universe via the distribution partner

Administration

• 60% of time in field and 40% of time spent on analysis, planning and reporting
• Responsible for managing the stock forecast process with the DP and with support from the internal operations team
• Responsible for the correct management of the yearly regional budget and the control of all free goods
• Responsible for preparation of annual negotiations
• Prepare review meetings (on a monthly/quarterly basis) via his/her team with all responsible sales districts to evaluate performance vs Joint Business Plan Objectives and agree on action plans. This is then reported to both Sales Directors and shared internally with the Musketeer team and other key stakeholders
• Manage and secure efficient POS stock and handling as well as ROI management
• Close alignment of pricing and promotions with all necessary key stakeholders (MD, Off Premise, On Premise and Finance) to minimise the threat of cross channel cannibalisation and to maintain profitability

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• University Degree (Business, Marketing or similar)
• 6–8-years sales experience in FMCG
• Excellent understanding of RTM environment in South Africa (ideally Off-Premise RTM)
• Strong track record of growing product distribution in South Africa
• Clear understanding of markets, sales & distribution, competitor activity, consumer behaviour
• Strong track record of successful price increase implementation
• Previous management / leadership role
• Strong communications skills (verbal and written)
• Strong analytical and financial understanding
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel
• Self-starter with initiative & attention to detail
• Well organised & able to handle multiple priorities
• Able to see tasks through from inception to completion
• Professional, focussed, responsible & passionate approach to work

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• "Musketeers" have always been the main volume contributors, trial generators and sparks, creating kindred spirits in the On Premise environment, such as bars, restaurants, events, clubs and hospitality. As the face of the brand and the indispensable consultant to their On Premise territory, they are responsible for identifying business opportunities in new On Premise playgrounds to leverage brand image and drive both current and future sales of Red Bull's product portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Red Bull Ambassador

• Establish and nurture relationships with key influencers, industry players and business partners (including, but not limited to, outlet owners/managers, bar staff, distribution partners, promoters, agencies, etc.)
• Build affinity and understanding of the Red Bull brand and products within your network.
• Be seen as the credible, reliable and knowledgeable face of Red Bull On Premise.
• Deliver excellence with Red Bull's premium brand image in all activities and execution.

The Entrepreneur of the Territory

• Know your territory like the back of your hand.
• Follow the company's strategy, create innovative measures and lay the foundation in areas where Red Bull will exploit its full potential in the future.
• Master the On Premise universe by staying on the cutting edge of industry knowledge, trends and new opportunities (accounts, occasions, consumers).
• Manage internal and external resources (materials, tools, budget) to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal (especially on premise- and culture- marketing) and external stakeholders (artists, promoters, agencies, creatives) to leverage business success
• Deliver premium execution and creative value-adds to enhance Red Bull's brand image and increase consumption at events (Red Bull events, 3rd party such as para-gastronomy and festivals)

Indispensable Business Consultant

• Build and maintain long-lasting collaborations with key stakeholders.
• Negotiate win/win partnership agreements which add value to both Red Bull's business and customer's business.
• Leverage your impressive communication, sales and marketing ability to keep Red Bull number one On Premise.
• Drive and expand the business by identifying the right sales and marketing occasions in which Red Bull should be present (brand, product).
• Turn insights into impactful programmes to drive sales and leverage the Red Bull brand image.
• Measure success by diligently tracking, analysing and reporting on performance and areas of growth and opportunity.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Matric required
• University degree preferred
• Sales and Marketing experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in the hospitality, night-life and/or FMCG industry preferred.
• Basic market knowledge and integration into local On Premise industry and community is beneficial.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently in a high energy, fast-paced, field-based environment.
• Strategic, innovative, commercially aware (shows understanding of sales and finance processes).
• Strong planning, prioritisation and organisational ability.
• Strong analytical ability (analyse sales and customer data).
• Street smart. Know what's going on in the streets – understand all groups of people, what every type of person has to deal with daily and know how to act around them. 
• Self-aware and able to adapt communication, presentation and professional appearance according to audience and scene. Excellent communication, active listening skills and the ability to negotiate. 
• Ability to work flexible hours (including nights and weekends).
• Full working knowledge of IOS and MS Office.
• "Musketeers" have always been the main volume contributors, trial generators and sparks, creating kindred spirits in the On Premise environment, such as bars, restaurants, events, clubs and hospitality. As the face of the brand and the indispensable consultant to their On Premise territory, they are responsible for identifying business opportunities in new On Premise playgrounds to leverage brand image and drive both current and future sales of Red Bull's product portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Areas that play to your strengths
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

Red Bull Ambassador

• Establish and nurture relationships with key influencers, industry players and business partners (including, but not limited to, outlet owners/managers, bar staff, distribution partners, promoters, agencies, etc.)
• Build affinity and understanding of the Red Bull brand and products within your network.
• Be seen as the credible, reliable and knowledgeable face of Red Bull On Premise.
• Deliver excellence with Red Bull's premium brand image in all activities and execution.

The Entrepreneur of the Territory

• Know your territory like the back of your hand.
• Follow the company's strategy, create innovative measures and lay the foundation in areas where Red Bull will exploit its full potential in the future.
• Master the On Premise universe by staying on the cutting edge of industry knowledge, trends and new opportunities (accounts, occasions, consumers).
• Manage internal and external resources (materials, tools, budget) to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal (especially on premise- and culture- marketing) and external stakeholders (artists, promoters, agencies, creatives) to leverage business success
• Deliver premium execution and creative value-adds to enhance Red Bull's brand image and increase consumption at events (Red Bull events, 3rd party such as para-gastronomy and festivals)

Indispensable Business Consultant

• Build and maintain long-lasting collaborations with key stakeholders.
• Negotiate win/win partnership agreements which add value to both Red Bull's business and customer's business.
• Leverage your impressive communication, sales and marketing ability to keep Red Bull number one On Premise.
• Drive and expand the business by identifying the right sales and marketing occasions in which Red Bull should be present (brand, product).
• Turn insights into impactful programmes to drive sales and leverage the Red Bull brand image.
• Measure success by diligently tracking, analysing and reporting on performance and areas of growth and opportunity.

EXPERIENCE
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• Matric required
• University degree preferred
• Sales and Marketing experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in the hospitality, night-life and/or FMCG industry preferred.
• Basic market knowledge and integration into local On Premise industry and community is beneficial.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently in a high energy, fast-paced, field-based environment.
• Strategic, innovative, commercially aware (shows understanding of sales and finance processes).
• Strong planning, prioritisation and organisational ability.
• Strong analytical ability (analyse sales and customer data).
• Street smart. Know what's going on in the streets – understand all groups of people, what every type of person has to deal with daily and know how to act around them. 
• Self-aware and able to adapt communication, presentation and professional appearance according to audience and scene. Excellent communication, active listening skills and the ability to negotiate. 
• Ability to work flexible hours (including nights and weekends).
• Full working knowledge of IOS and MS Office.