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Simon Makhubo

National Sales Manager
Centurion,GP

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

National Key Account ManagerKey Account ManagerNew Business Development Manager

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: south Africa
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

R45000/yr - R200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefits

Summary

Dynamic Senior Group and National Sales Manager with over 18 years of experience driving revenue growth, key account strategies, and client retention across the manufacturing, FMCG, and packaging sectors. Proven leader in strategic account planning and stakeholder engagement, consistently enhancing service delivery, profitability, and customer loyalty through effective cross-functional execution. Currently advising small businesses on packaging procurement and logistics at Quantum Leap Transport & Supply Chain (PTY) Ltd., leveraging extensive industry knowledge to deliver strategic consulting services that optimize client operations. Recognized for building robust client relationships and achieving measurable results while successfully leading projects that enhance operational efficiency and stimulate business growth.

Experienced with delivering strategic consulting services to enhance client business operations. Utilizes in-depth industry knowledge and analytical skills to identify and implement effective solutions. Track record of building strong client relationships and driving measurable results.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Consultant

Independent Consultant – Food & Beverage Packaging Procurement
Johannesburg, South Africa
05.2024 - Current
  • Advise small food and beverage businesses on packaging procurement, sourcing strategy, and supplier management.
  • Conducted comprehensive supplier evaluations and negotiated advantageous terms to optimize value compliance.
  • Streamline procurement processes to reduce inefficiencies and improve reliability.
  • Help clients secure packaging solutions that meet quality, regulatory, and brand requirements.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities in packaging materials and suppliers.
  • Developed procurement strategies for food and beverage packaging, optimizing supplier selection and negotiation processes.

National Group Customer Manager

Nampak Metals – Beverages & Closures
South Africa
01.2006 - 05.2024
  • Led a national portfolio of key accounts across beverages and closures, driving retention, service delivery, demand planning, stakeholder alignment, and revenue growth.
  • Industry: Packaging and manufacturing (metals, beverages, and closures division)
  • Key Achievements:
  • Account Growth, Retention, and Customer Impact
  • Launched a customer satisfaction program that improved loyalty, repeat business, and sales.
  • Grew revenue from the top 10 accounts by 25% year over year and secured repeat contracts worth R10m+ annually.
  • Partnered with production teams on custom packaging solutions that increased client satisfaction by 30% and supported growth.
  • Exceeded quarterly sales targets by 15–20% through account growth and relationship management.
  • Operational Improvement and Capability Building
  • Implemented data-driven reporting to reduce turnaround times and improve forecast accuracy.
  • Streamlined supply chain processes to cut lead times and improve service levels.
  • Revamped complaint management to reduce repeat issues and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Led sales and performance systems to strengthen commercial capability.
  • Built cross-functional models linking forecasting, production, and delivery.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with key beverage clients to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize product availability and delivery schedules.

Education

No Degree - Transport & Supply Chain Management

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa
11.2026

Business Communication Skills - Business Communication

University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2019

Skills

  • Strategic account leadership
  • Customer retention and renewal strategy
  • Revenue growth, upselling, and cross-selling
  • Negotiation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Key account planning
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Commercial strategy

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

English: Fluent in reading, writing and speaking

Timeline

Independent Consultant

Independent Consultant – Food & Beverage Packaging Procurement
05.2024 - Current

National Group Customer Manager

Nampak Metals – Beverages & Closures
01.2006 - 05.2024

Business Communication Skills - Business Communication

University of Witwatersrand

No Degree - Transport & Supply Chain Management

University of Johannesburg
Simon MakhuboNational Sales Manager