As a result of the implementation of a new Business Model geared towards enhancing organizational service delivery, our client would like to fill the following positions:County Sales & Marketing Officer
(5 Positions)
Ref. HR/CSMO/2015
Location: The successful candidate will be located in any of the 47 Counties to manage specific County sales as shall be allocated.
Purpose Statement:
Reporting to the Regional Sales & Marketing Executive, the County Sales and Marketing Officer will be responsible for managing the sales and marketing function within specified/ allocated Counties.
He/she will be responsible for ensuring that requirements and requests within the specified Counties are met and also market and sell commodities to these counties.
Principal Accountabilities:
The position holder will be charged with the following responsibilities:
To develop, implement and execute sales and marketing strategies within the County.
To liaise with the respective County Administration and Health teams on medical supply matters to ensure continued supply of commodities.
To follow up on payments for sales already made.
To obtain and respond to feedback from Health Care personnel involved in drug management at County, Sub-County and Rural Health Facilities on product requirements/performances and service levels.
To conduct and obtain market intelligence and penetration of new/emerging markets
To relay relevant quality related information to QA Manager.
To obtain monthly receipts, usage and stock holding for the health facilities.
To analyse and evaluate results on a monthly and quarterly basis, and take the necessary corrective action in order to achieve desired profit levels
To provide the relevant accurate input into the sales forecasting process to ensure optimal inventory availability at all times.
To ensure that the correct mix of stock is maintained at customer facilities to meet patient needs.
To establish and maintain good relationships with the entire clienteleQualifications, Knowledge & Experience:
Suitable candidates should possess the following:
Bachelors’ Degree from a recognized institution.
Diploma or equivalent qualifications in Sales & Marketing from a recognized institution.
Proficiency in use of MS Office applications and ERP platform.
Knowledge and background in the pharmaceutical industry.
Two (2) years’ experience in sales/marketing function.
Demonstrable understanding of how the public health sector supply chain operates.
Possess a clean, valid Driving Licence free from any endorsements.Desired Personal Attributes:
Team player
High integrity
Ability to communicate effectively
Creativity and flexibilityHow to Apply
Those interested and who meet the above requirements are invited to apply by quoting the reference number for the position on both the applications letter and the envelope.
Applications accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials addressed as below should be received not later than 6th February 2015.
TS NO 2211
P.O. Box 49990 – 00100
Nairobi
or dropped physically to The Standard Group Ad Centre office on the ground floor of I&M Building, Banda Street opposite Rayan Hotel.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer
