Retail / Wholesale Manager, Port Elizabeth

Retail / Wholesale Manager (Liquor FMCG) Port Elizabeth / Uitenhage (Kariega)

About the Role An established FMCG business in the

liquor industry

is seeking a

hands-on Retail / Wholesale Manager

to take full ownership of operations, sales growth, and team performance across the PE/Uitenhage region.

This is not a corporate retail role. The environment includes

liquor outlets, informal markets, and shebeens , requiring a manager who is commercially aggressive, street-smart, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, relationship-driven trading environment.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and manage day-to-day

retail and wholesale liquor operations

Drive

sales growth across formal retail, wholesale, and informal trade channels

Build and manage relationships with

liquor outlets, taverns, and shebeens

Actively identify and open new wholesale and informal market opportunities

Manage, lead, and performance-drive sales and store teams

Ensure consistent product availability through effective

stock control and ordering

Monitor pricing, margins, and competitor activity in the market

Maintain high service levels across all customer segments

Ensure compliance with company policies and operational standards

Report on sales performance and implement corrective strategies where needed

Minimum Requirements

Proven experience in

liquor / FMCG wholesale or retail management

Strong understanding of the

informal market and township trade environment

Demonstrated success in

growing sales and managing key accounts

Experience calling on

liquor outlets, taverns, or similar channels

Strong leadership and team management capability

Valid driver's licence (essential)

Willingness to travel locally and be on the road regularly

Key Competencies

Highly

results-driven with a strong commercial focus

Street-smart with the ability to operate in

informal and fast-moving markets

Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills

Hands-on, proactive, and execution-focused

Ability to manage pressure, cash-based environments, and demanding clients

Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability

Remuneration&Benefits

Salary: R30,000– R40,000 per month

Company vehicle

Commission / performance incentives

50% medical aid contribution

Ideal Candidate

A

hunter , not an administrator

Comfortable working in both

formal retail and informal trade environments

Proven ability to

grow sales in a competitive FMCG/liquor market

Strong presence, confident dealing with a wide range of customers

Driven, resilient, and accountable for results

Apply If you have the relevant

liquor/FMCG experience

and are ready to take ownership of a high-impact role in a demanding market, apply today.

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