Sales Associate
Job Location: Nairobi
Key Duties:
Qualifications/Requirements
Core Duties & Responsibilities
Personal Attributes
Key Duties:
Job Qualifications:
Job Location: Nairobi
Our client is engaged in the manufacturer of
Grade 1 sifted maize meal (maize flour) with an installed capacity to process
100mt of maize flour per day. They intend to increase sales within Nairobi
region and to that effect are looking for a sales executive.
Key Duties:
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Acquire new business for the organization by
selling company products to both existing and potential clients
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Maintain a positive image for the company
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Identify new sales and marketing opportunities
for the organization
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Assist in debt collection whenever required
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Implement product promotions for all products
when necessary
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Ensure good client relationships with all
existing/potential clients’
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Prepare reports as required by management
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Monitor and report activities of other players
in the market place
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Ensure that all products gain maximum
visibility on distributor shelves
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Any other duties assigned by management
Qualifications/Requirements
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Diploma/degree in sales and marketing
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Computer literate
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Clean and valid driving license. Must have
been driving a saloon car for 5 years at least
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Must have experience in selling FMCG
especially to retail trade (supermarkets) and must demonstrate he/she has good
relation with major supermarkets within Nairobi.
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Having his/her own vehicle to travel will be
an advantage. Allowance for this will be agreed upon
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Should be between 30-40 years of age and
married
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Should be a team player, must have high moral
values and can work with minimum supervision to achieve the sells targets.
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If previously employed he MUST have reference
letters from ALL his previous employers.
Country Manager
Job Type: Full Time
Reporting To: Managing Director
Out client is a worldwide leading manufacturer
specializing in shaving products selling in over 130 countries. They are now
looking for a dynamic Country Manager to develop and implement a sales strategy
and drive the sales force to make a strong impact on the East African market.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
·
Country Manager is responsible for building a
company’s brand in East African Markets.
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Establishes sales objectives by creating a
sales plan and quota for districts in support of national objectives.
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Maintains and expands customer base by
counseling district sales representatives; building and maintaining rapport
with key customers; identifying new customer opportunities.
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Recommends product lines by identifying new
product opportunities, and/or product, packaging, and service changes;
surveying consumer needs and trends; tracking competitors.
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Devises advertising and promotional plans and
are involved in product positioning and global brand marketing development.
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Implements trade promotions by publishing,
tracking, and evaluating trade spending.
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Accomplishes sales and organization mission by
completing related results as needed.
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Continually assess company progress, sales and
marketing successes and compile reports to submit to superiors in corporate
headquarters.
Knowledge
& Skills
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A 4-year or advanced degree in sales,
marketing or finance. Familiarity with the country or region in which one will
work is considered a notable advantage for those seeking to fulfill a Country
Manager role.
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A bachelor’s degree in business
administration, management or a similar area
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Requires a strong understanding of how a
business operates and successful candidates will have a proven track record
demonstrating their understanding and business acumen.
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As a successful Country Manager, you would
need to demonstrate strong communication, organizational and negotiation
skills.
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Must be familiar with computer software
programs e.g. Word, Excel etc.
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Fluent in English (French or Portuguese
Speakers are desirable)
Personal Attributes
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Should be a motivated self-starter with the
ability to work with little or no supervision and possess the ability to
assemble and manage teams.
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Presentation, analytical and planning skills
are also essential.
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Need to be sensitive to cultural differences.
Area Sales Representative
Job Type: Full Time
Our client is an integrated regional
downstream oil marketing company with business operations ranging from
international oil trading to marine and inland terminals, retail networks, and
lubrication services. They seek Area sales representatives to join their team.
Key Duties:
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Maintaining and increasing sales of your
company’s products
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Reaching the targets and goals set for your
area
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Establishing, maintaining and expanding your
customer base
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Servicing the needs of your existing customers
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Increasing business opportunities through
various routes to market
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Compiling and analyzing sales figures
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Collecting customer feedback and market
research
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Keeping up to date with products and
competitors
Job Qualifications:
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Graduate – Bachelors in Science
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O-level – A to B Plain in Mathematics
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11/2 – 3 Years Sales and distributor
management Experience in local FMCG
How to Apply:
Applicants can send their CV and state the
position applied for in their subject of the email to via recruitment@r4kenya.com us before 27th April
2018. Kindly do not apply if you do not meet minimum requirements.