Sales Manager - Curacao

Company Profile

For an established organization operating within the FMCG and distribution sector, we are looking for a commercially driven Sales Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for driving sales growth, strengthening customer relationships, and leading the Sales and Merchandising teams.This is a hands-on position where you will spend a significant amount of time in the field, visiting customers, identifying business opportunities, and working closely with your team to achieve commercial targets.

What will you be doing?

• Lead, coach, motivate, and support the Sales and Merchandising teams to achieve sales targets.
• Maintain an active presence in the market through regular customer and store visits.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers while actively identifying and approaching potential new customers.
• Develop and execute sales plans and commercial initiatives to increase revenue and market share.
• Analyze sales performance by customer, product, brand, salesperson, and territory to identify opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Monitor product availability, shelf presence, merchandising, pricing, and competitor activities in stores.
• Ensure the successful execution of sales promotions, product displays, and commercial activities.
• Set clear sales targets, monitor team performance, and take corrective actions when needed.
• Identify market trends, customer needs, and sales opportunities to support business growth.
• Work closely with management and internal departments to improve pricing, inventory, promotions, and overall sales performance.
• Follow up on customer visits, sales activities, and agreed actions to ensure results are achieved.

Who are we looking for?

• A completed HBO-level degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in sales, preferably within FMCG, wholesale, or distribution.
• Experience leading, coaching, or supervising a sales team is strongly preferred.
• A commercially driven personality with a strong passion for sales and achieving results.
• A hands-on mentality and willingness to spend significant time in the field visiting customers and supporting the team.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales reports and turn data into practical improvement actions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach with the confidence to approach new customers and identify business opportunities.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate employees and lead by example.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to set priorities and follow up on results.
• Good command of Dutch and English; Papiamentu is a strong advantage.
• An existing network within the local retail or business market is an advantage.

Are you the Sales Manager who can turn commercial opportunities into results and take a sales team to the next level? Apply today!

What can you expect?

• A one-year contract with a two-month evaluation period.
• Opportunities for contract renewal and professional growth based on performance.
• A competitive salary starting at XCG 6,000 gross per month.
• A 2.5% performance incentive.
• Vehicle allowance.
• Company phone and utility plan.