Sales Supervisor (Jobs in Kenya, October 2014)

Title: Sales Supervisor 

Job Code:SS/H/141002 Number of Positions Open:1  
Reports To:Regional Sales Manager Location:  Central, Kenya
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Summary: Our client is a leading FMCG company with countrywide distribution of established brands. 
They are one of the pioneers of the soft drinks industry in Kenya with a reputation of high quality soft drinks spanning over half a century, they offer drinks in line with current trends and updated in keeping with the spirit of times. 
Job Objectives: Looking for a Sales Supervisor with extensive experience in Coast, Rift Valley, Western and Nairobi who will be charged with achievement of both individual and team sales targets. 

• Primarily charged with the achievement of both individual and team sales targets.

• Supervision of all sales developers, merchandisers and sales promoters in the assigned region.

• Generation of accurate reports and forecasts to facilitate sound decision making by management.

• Management of all the distributors, directly served customers, key accounts and the general trade to ensure that they hold adequate stocks.

• Follow up on all purchases and liaise with dispatch department to ensure all orders have been delivered.

• Credit management to ensure that payments are received when due and that credit terms are adhered to.

• Oversee all promotional activities within the assigned region.

• Monitor merchandising activities to ensure that standards are met in all outlets.

• Act as primary liaison between customers and the organization; provide feedback and solutions to customer complaints.

• Provide market intelligence by monitoring competitors activities within the region; develop proactive strategies to counter these activities.

• Manage outlet stock rotation to eliminate incidences of product expiry.

• Enhance visibility by proper management of POS material placement.

• Consistently improve on distribution by recruitment of new customers and development of new markets.

• Motivation, development and training of supervised employees.

Experience:

• At least 7 years relevant experience; 3 years of which must be at Supervisor Level

Skills and Certification:

• At least an advanced diploma in Sales and Marketing or related field.

• A bachelor’s degree would be a definite advantage 

• Ability to lead a team and be part of a team

• Possessing a valid driving license is necessary

• Certificate of good conduct is mandatory

How to Apply:
Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by clicking on: Sales Supervisor
Kindly include your current and expected remuneration in your resume.
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Categories: SALES