A Brief History

  • Founded in 1918
  • Family business until 1997
  • Reg.: 2009/014582/07
  • Re-focused business to pure agency in 1999

FG Knights enjoys a reputation as one of KwaZulu-Natal’s biggest and most successful manufacturer’s representatives, agents and merchandisers. This reputation is further promoted by the number of awards and commendations bestowed on the company. The company’s longevity in the FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) industry is based on the strong management and employee base, with a marked focus on customer relations and the building of partnerships with principles and consumers alike.

Vallance Kandan

Previous position and experience:
Started at FG Knights:
Current position at FG Knights:
Years’ experience in FMCG:

Retail Store Manager
2015
Accounts Manager
19 years

Email Address:
Cell Number:

vkandan@fgknights.co.za
062 797 7077

Marsh Reddy

Previous position and experience:
Started at FG Knights:
Current position at FG Knights:
Years’ experience in FMCG:

Sales Representative (Irvine and Johnson, Marlton’s Pet Care – SMS)
2003
Account Manager
21 years

Email Address:
Cell Number:

mreddy@fgknights.co.za
083 256 4228

Jonathan Atkinson

Previous position and experience:
Started at FG Knights:
Current position at FG Knights:
Years’ experience in FMCG:

Finance Business Partner, Smollan
2019
Director / Finance
15 years

Email Address:
Cell Number:

jatkinson@fgknights.co.za
076 891 8896

Operational Structure

Our company is channel (Spar, PnP, Shoprite/Checkers, Clicks & Game, Wholesale/Independent) focused from Management down to Merchandiser. This structure gives us an edge over our competitors as it allows us to have an intricate understanding of the procedures required to service the outlets that fall under a specific retail or wholesale channel. It also provides a high level of focus so that we achieve the desired results.

Structure Hierarchy

Account Manger – Channel Manager – Operations manager – Field Manager – Field Marketer – Merchandiser