Regional Account Manager

Recruiter

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref

659979

Date posted

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Location

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY

POSITION INFO

Sport, movement, and performance products touch millions of lives every day, from the socks that keep a runner blister-free to the recovery tools that get an athlete back on the field. As a global player in the fitness, outdoor, and sporting goods space, their brands sit on shelves in thousands of stores and reach customers in over 70 countries. They're looking for a driven, people-first Regional Account Manager to continue growing their footprint across the Western Cape. This isn't a desk job pushing paperwork. You'll be the face of some of the most trusted names in sport and performance gear, building real relationships with retailers and buyers, spotting opportunities before your competitors do, and shaping how their products show up on shelf. You'll have the autonomy to run your patch like it's your own business, backed by a global brand family and a team that has your back. Please forward your CV to Please note that you must have your own vehicle Duties:

• Owning and growing key retail accounts across the Western Cape
• Building customer-focused sales plans that actually move the needle
• Pitching brand opportunities with real product and market credibility
• Negotiating deals, promotions, and pricing that work for both sides
• Partnering with supply chain to keep stock flowing where it's needed
• Getting out from behind the screen with regular in-store visits
• Training retail staff so they can sell our products with confidence
• Keeping an eye on margin, merchandising, and brand standards on the ground Requirements:
• A natural gift for building relationships and winning trust
• Sharp negotiation instincts and real commercial awareness
• A hunger for new business, and the confidence to go find it
• Strong presentation skills, comfortable defending your position
• Experience working with mass market or professional buyers
• A Bachelor's degree (Business or related) or equivalent experience
• A valid driver's license, your own vehicle, and a willingness to travel
• Fluent English and the drive to keep learning