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Job Description

• Managed People Solutions is looking for a dynamic, results-driven Field Merchandising Manager to join our team in Gauteng! If you are passionate about leading teams, driving performance in trade, and delivering exceptional client service, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
• The Field Merchandising Manager will lead and manage the merchandising team in trade, ensuring all client and MPS KPIs are consistently achieved. This includes call cycle compliance, execution excellence, achieving call targets, training merchandisers, and managing client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage merchandising operations within budget, ensuring no overspending
• Ensure all client trade visits meet high standards of execution
• Deliver excellent customer service through effective communication and issue resolution
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Plan and manage call cycles to achieve monthly targets
• Lead, coach, and manage the merchandising team, including weekly meetings
• Oversee Repforce administration (store updates, surveys, and data accuracy)
• Spend sufficient time in trade supporting and developing merchandisers
• Monitor daily activity to ensure KPI and call target achievement
• Ensure vehicle inspections are completed and issues are escalated and resolved
• Align with sales teams and KAMs on promotional grids and execution
• Support the team in executing promotions according to client requirements
• Identify training needs and coordinate development initiatives
• Resolve escalated queries and operational challenges efficiently
• Stay updated on industry trends, challenges, and changes
• Provide accurate call data for invoicing by the 20th of each month
• Compile and present insightful reports to clients and management
• Assist with ad hoc projects as required

Requirements & Experience

• BCom in Business Management or a related field
• Minimum 2 years experience in a merchandising regional or national management role
• 3–5 year's experience in sales and merchandising within an FMCG environment

Knowledge of:

• Liquor Legislation
• Competition Act
• Consumer Protection Act
• Valid driver’s license
• Own reliable vehicle and willingness to use it for work purposes

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and people management
• Merchandising and operational expertise
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

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Job Description

• Are you passionate about the liquor industry and looking for an exciting sales role? CLM Brands is currently seeking a result-driven, energetic, and dedicated Sales Representative in the Gauteng region.

 Responsibilities Include:

• Effectively achieving and exceeding monthly sales targets.
• Presenting, promoting and selling our spirits portfolio to new and existing clients, providing detailed product information and recommendations.
• Plan, prioritise, and demonstrate ability to effectively manage competing demands.
• Effectively execute all call procedures and sales levers, maintaining strong client/customer relationships.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities within the liquor market.
• Executing against a promotional plan, maintain pricing and seek forward share opportunities.
• Identify training needs of the customer, offer basic training to outlet staff.
• Have and deliver on exceptional product intrinsic knowledge.  

Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12.
• Diploma relating to Sales and/or related fields would be deemed beneficial.
• 5 years sales experience in liquor or related FMCG environment.
• Liquor Industry Knowledge is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as required.

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Job Description

• Are you detail-oriented and passionate about stock and accounting? Meridian Services is seeking a Junior Stock Accountant based in Brackenfell. The role is responsible for accurate inventory accounting, supporting stock and distribution teams with queries, and managing supplier stock accounts in line with company policies and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review the consignment reports and invoices, ensuring accuracy in the invoicing process from consignment vendors to payable vendors.
• Ensure accurate accounting for all imports and associated costs to facilitate precise payments and financial reporting for both stock and JFH invoicing.
• For cash flow planning, estimate month-end payments for CLM, MWD, MWK, and M&S, ensuring accurate payments and financial reporting.
• Identify the Stock payments vendor, process the payments, recon, and check for accuracy.
• Manage stock and supplier queries through the client queries ticket system, with a commitment to addressing urgent inquiries within 24 hours and clearing all queries weekly.
• Respond to stock-related queries promptly, ensuring queries are addressed as needed and processing is completed.
• Coordinate the LR | MWK | JFH counts
• Provide Sales, Stock adjustments, and delivery fees feedback.
• Prepare/check the farm recons (58 in MWD | 5 CLM Suppliers | MWK 1 Supplier).
• Review the Purchase Receipt Report as prepared by Stock Receipting Accountant.
• Ensure BOMs are run when needed.
• Balance sheet reconciliations for stock-related general ledger accounts (GLs).
• Provide feedback on stock adjustments, sales, delivery fees, and (COS) in management reports.
• Calculate, provide, and investigate stock loss provisions to ensure accurate financial reporting and mitigate inventory discrepancies.
• Process delivery fees, reconciling intercompany transactions, and handling logistics-related invoices efficiently.
• Review the calculation for marketing fees, ensuring it includes the cost plus a 5% markup.
• Process export transactions, addressing any exceptions related to MC and MWD, and provide support as necessary.
• Manage and report on CLM and A&P activities, including accruing free stock, to ensure accuracy and timely submission.
• Review the report monthly.
• Prepare and review the sales summary report.
• Manage the FSC team to ensure motivation and adherence to deadlines while fostering a positive team spirit. Address any raised issues promptly, with collaboration from the MWD team when necessary.
• Ensure continuous development and up-to-date industry knowledge and competence.
• Ensure compliance with King III.
• Ensure compliance with MOI and Shareholders Agreement.
• Ensure adherence to standards and compliance with legislation within the Risk committee, including insurance.
• Ensure adherence to standards and compliance with legislation within the Audit Committee.
• Ensure adherence to standards for the Board meeting minutes.
• Manage the risk register.
• Credit control, including terms.
• Manage the solvency and liquidity of the company.
• Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile.
• Share Capital management and resolutions applicable to Statutory.
• Take full responsibility for the continuous development of leadership capability by growing leadership skills and knowledge, as well as participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, participating in professional organisations, etc.
• This also includes participating in all leadership focused training and development initiatives presented by the company.
• Motivate, inspire, and empower team members to foster a positive work environment.
• Unlock effort and drive a high-performing team.
• Facilitate open and effective communication and promote cross-functional and cross-company collaboration, thereby contributing towards a diverse and productive work environment.
• Address and resolve conflicts within the team to maintain a healthy work environment

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 3 years plus experience in Stock Accounting
• Valid Driver’s licence