Rural Development Solutions Limited is a leading provider of
off-grid power and energy solutionsthroughout the rural areas of Kenya.
We seek to invite applications from suitably qualified
individuals for the position of Area Sales Manager to be based in Ndhiwa.
- Managing
the area sales units
- Plan
and prioritise personal sales activities and customer/prospect contact
towards achieving agreed business aims.
- Plan
and manage personal business portfolio accordingly.
- Prepare
action plans and schedules to identify specific targets and to project the
number of contacts to be made
- Establish
and maintain current and potential client relationships in line with the
agreed sales strategy
- Prospect
for new clients and markets
- Co-ordination
and management of client payments
- Communicating
new product and service opportunities, special developments, information,
or feedback gathered through field activity to appropriate company staff.
- Generate
periodic reports (Sales reports, Market intelligence reports, debt
collections reports)
- Develop
and implement special sales activities to reduce stock.
- Ensure
products are priced uniformly in the outlets and work towards
harmonization
- Execute
sales promotions and overseeing merchandising activities
- Monitor
and report on market and competitor activities and provide relevant reports
and information.
Qualifications, Skills and Competencies Requirement
- A
bachelors Degree/Diploma in Sales and Marketing or related field. Prior
experience in sales will also be considered.
- Ability
to persuade and influence others, to develop and deliver presentations,
create, compose, and edit written materials/reports.
- Strong
interpersonal and communication skills, knowledge of merchandising and
sales promotion techniques.
- Proficiency
in computer applications
- Possession
of a valid driving license would be desirable
Interested candidates should submit their applications via
e-mail to info@rudeso.com indicating the position of the job applied for on the
subject line with a detailed resume and a cover letter stating their current
position, anticipated remuneration level, e-mail, contact address, telephone
number and addresses of three referees to reach us on or before 22nd February
2013.
The Office Manager,
Rural Development Solutions Limited,
P. O. Box 2000-00621,
Rural Development Solutions Limited,
P. O. Box 2000-00621,
Village Market, Nairobi
Website: www.rudeso.com