Job Description\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tCoca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity within our Commercial Department. We are seeking agile, skilled, and experienced individuals to join our team as a Strategic Distributor Specialist, reporting directly to the Regional Manager.<\/p>\n
Key Duties & Responsibilities\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tAchieve annual volume and revenue targets for Strategic Distributors by implementing channel-specific execution strategies.
\n\tBuild and maintain collaborative customer plans aligned to the Annual Business Plan (ABP) to drive mutual business growth.
\n\tEnsure accurate sales forecasting and demand planning through regular performance reviews with Strategic Distributors.
\n\tDrive operational excellence by ensuring On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) deliveries, optimal truck Turn-Around-Time (TAT), and efficient order management.
\n\tManage credit allocation, payment adherence, and financial compliance to protect company revenue and reduce risk.
\n\tImplement promotions, new product listings, and brand campaigns to grow market share and category value.
\n\tEnsure compliance with legal, health, safety, and quality standards, including optimal stock management and First-In-First-Out (FIFO) practices.
\n\tLead execution of strategic business initiatives (e.g., cashless solutions) to enhance distributor capability and service levels.<\/p>\n
Skills, Experience & Education\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
\nEducation<\/p>\n
\tA relevant formal qualification related to Business Management, Logistics, Sales, or Marketing.<\/p>\n
Experience<\/p>\n
\t4-6 years\u2019 experience within a Commercial and\/or Logistics environment.
\n\tProven track record in a Sales and\/or Operations environment.
\n\tIntermediate to advanced experience using MS Office.
\n\tEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (Warehousing and Distribution) experience will be an advantage.<\/p>\n
Skills<\/p>\n
\tStrong Relationship Management and Negotiation Skills
\n\tSales and Commercial Acumen
\n\tSupply Chain and Distribution Planning Expertise
\n\tFinancial and Credit Risk Management Skills
\n\tData Analysis and Forecasting Proficiency
\n\tProject and Initiative Implementation Skills
\n\tERP & MS Office Proficiency (Intermediate to Advanced)
\n\tCompliance and Quality Management Knowledge<\/p>\n
General\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
Functional Capabilities<\/p>\n
\tStrategic Distributor Relationship Management
\n\tSales and Revenue Growth Execution
\n\tAnnual Business Plan & Channel Strategy Alignment
\n\tDemand Planning & Supply Chain Coordination
\n\tFinancial and Credit Management
\n\tPromotion & Campaign Execution
\n\tCompliance & Quality Management
\n\tCross-Functional Stakeholder Collaboration<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.coca-cola.co.za ) or<\/p>\n
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