The Standard Group Jobs in Nairobi, Nakuru and Nyeri

The Standard Group comprises of The Standard Newspapers, The Nairobian, KTN, Radio Maisha, PDS, Standard Digital and Think Outdoor Services. 

The Group is looking for a qualified, experienced and reputable team player to fill the following position:
 
Area Sales Managers – Nairobi, Nakuru and Nyeri
 
The incumbent will be charged with increasing circulation sales, market share, managing returns levels and ensuring payments are made promptly in accordance with agreed terms to meet SGL’s circulation business objectives.
 

Key Responsibilities:
  • Grow circulation numbers that meet the company objectives in the assigned region
  • Agree with vendors/agents on their orders, liaise with the Team leader - Supplies, place newspaper orders and follow up to confirm deliveries
  • Ensure availability of newspapers/magazines to all sales points through effective management of agents and vendors orders
  • Open up new markets, recruit vendors and harmonise delivery of SGL/PDS publications
  • Monitor all aspects of sales performance of Sales Executives and take appropriate action to maximise on sales volumes
  • Monitor vendors/agents activities to ensure that operations are geared towards meeting the Company’s objectives
  • Organise sales promotion programs, point of sales promotions and materials & ensure effective as well as attractive displays
  • Coordinate proper and programmed collection of payments and returns and monitor the performance of competitor’s products
  • Obtain market feedback from vendors and readers for dissemination to Head Office for appropriate action.
Qualifications & Experience:
  • Basic University Degree in business related course
  • Diploma in Sales and Marketing
  • 3 - 5 years’ work experience
  • Good knowledge of assigned region; including laying strategy for market expansion and penetration
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work irregular hours
  • Selling skills and good interpersonal skills
  • People management skills
If you possess the above qualifications and have the drive to meet the challenges, visit our websitewww.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to browse through the current vacancies and apply not later than 9th December, 2015

Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification.