Director of Sales - Mombasa, Kenya

Job Title: Director of Sales

Reporting to the: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Mombasa

Company Profile:

The company was founded in 1985 and directly employs over 500 people both nationally and internationally. It is one of the leading manufacturers of number of well-known brands in edible vegetable oils, edible fats and soaps; they are present across East Africa and beyond

Our Client is now seeking to reward highly experienced and energetic Kenyans who are willing to go the extra mile, have the attitude that could inspire fellow team mates as it is heading towards implementing ERP to integrate its systems & processes.

Main Responsibilities 

• Achieve Domestic Budgeted Target of C Packs at Retail & Direct Sales not impacted by bulk Price
• Develop Distributors to improve numeric distribution for consumer packs in the domestic market
• Manage & mentor the sales team to stay focused and energized
• Participate in all strategic & operational development as part of the management team
• Contribute to the Marketing direction of the organization via experience, opinion, insight and cost versus benefit
• Influence all aspects of the operational process to deliver improved customer service
• Contribute effectively towards enhancing employee motivation & productivity
• Long Term strategic thinking for the organization

Required Experience and Knowledge

• Masters Degree in Marketing and/or Strategic Management
• Managerial FMCG Experience – 5 years in a busy environment preferable within an MNC
• People Centric Person & Self Motivated
• Revenue Generation Acumen
• Experience in Profit Centre Management & Strategic Business Units

Desired

• All of the above
• Thorough knowledge of the demographics & cultural sensitivities of the market
• Language proficiency especially in English and Kiswahili.

Optimal

• All of the above + In depth knowledge of Supply Chain Management

To apply for this positions send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.