Territory Sales Manager at PZ Cussons

Job Title: Territory Sales Manager at PZ Cussons

Date Posted: 27th November, 2025.

Expiry Date: December 31, 2025

About the Job

Lead in the delivery of customer and field sales business objectives towards the achievement of the overall organisation business and growth objectives

Your Job Description

Job Purpose:

Work with the Distributor/Distributor sales team to deliver agreed business objectives within assigned territory.

Responsible to: Area Sales Manager

Responsible for: Van Sales Representative/Open Market Sales Representative

Must be able to influence, inspire and drive performance without having direct management responsibility for distributor staff.

Context/Scope:

A key contributor to the success of the PZ Cussons commercial strategic plan with an effective and flexible field sales force; demonstrating industry leadership in both volume driving & brand building activity.

Key Accountabilities:

Achieve agreed business objectives/KPIs for the territory (Sell-out, Focus Brands, NPD listing, POP deployment, promotions etc.).
Implement outlet coverage strategy in assigned territory, enlist and keep updated database of relevant outlets.
Achieve sales drivers (Quality, Distribution, Visibility, Price/promotion) objectives for the territory.
Manage and review the activities of the Secondary Sales Force in assigned territory.
Work with Area Sales Manager to develop Joint Business Plan for customers in assigned territory.
Monitor and manage execution of all Promotional/launch/agencies activities in assigned territory.
Lead market intelligence gathering and competitor activity monitoring and report timely.

Measurement/Performance Indicators:

Target vs. Actual monthly/yearly performance (sell-out, KPIs).
Timeliness and quality of execution of trade and marketing activities in assigned territory.
Implementation of Territory Coverage Strategy.
Achievement of Quality, Distribution, Visibility, Price/promotion targets.

Internal & External Relationships:

Area Sales Manager
Marketing/Sales/Channel/Supply Chain/Finance/HR team
Customers
Agencies
PZ Marketing & Sales network

The Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed:

Qualifications:

First Degree in any discipline
Computer Literacy

Experiences: (What experience brings success to this role)

Minimum of 1 year experience in marketing or sales, with proven delivery on KPIs.
Direct experience of PZ Cussons Way of selling capabilities, focusing on Sales Driver execution at the point of purchase (QDVP), Outlet Segmentation and Managing Relationships including structured call, persuasive selling and brand passion.

Knowledge: (What does the person need to know)

Good knowledge of business objectives and priorities.
Experienced driver with valid license.
Knowledge of Field Sales Management and Market Intelligence.
PZ Cussons Leadership competencies.

Functional or Technical / Business Skills: (What can the holder do)

Commercial Acumen – Emerging
Customer Management – Emerging
Negotiation Skills – Emerging
In Market Execution – Emerging
Selling Skills – Emerging
Sales Drivers – Emerging
Channel Strategy – Emerging
Communication / Interpersonal Skills – Developed
IT Skills – Developed

At PZ Cussons, we value diversity and make sure everyone feels included. We want our team to reflect society and our global customers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds because your unique perspective helps us develop brands and create new products for our consumers.

If you need extra support during this process, please inform us so that we can accommodate your needs appropriately. It is important to us that all candidates feel recognised and have a good experience with PZ Cussons as part of our commitment to inclusivity.

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