Kwale International Sugar Company Jobs

Kwale International Sugar Company Limited (KISCOL) is committed to appointing and retaining the most qualified and competent staff who have proven future potential to effectively and efficiently perform duties and responsibilities that they shall be appointed to in accordance with the objectives of the organization.Kwale International Sugar Company Limited (KISCOL) hereby invites applications from qualified and experienced individuals.
1. Position: National Sales Manager
Reporting To: Director Projects
Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and sell KISCOL sugar/molasses to achieve growth plan, deliver Net sales plan and brand growth share.

Forecast, monitor and manage sales volumes to achieve sales goals for both bulk as well as branded sugar.

Prepare pricing, competitive activity reports and other various reports on a periodic basis.

To play a lead role in developing proper distribution, merchandising pricing and promotion of KISCOL sugar.

Meet with customers to develop and negotiate successful sales opportunities.

Travel regularly to meet with buyers and potential customers, on marketing/merchandizing programs, new items and outstanding issue resolution

Manage trade spending and promotional activity of all assigned accounts

Responsible for the resolution / collection of unauthorized deductions

To execute the business at the most efficient cost while maintaining service levels

To develop a team below and to coach itQualifications

Minimum Master's Degree

3+ years of progressively responsible experience in the areas of sales of sugar

5+ years of experience in management / leadershipSkills

Excellent negotiation skills, including public speaking and presentation skills

Ability to develop and execute strategic, fact-based business plans

Ability to balance multiple, sometimes competing priorities

Ability to follow up and follow through on customer needs as required internally and externally

Strong selling skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong external/customer focus

Financial acumen/aptitude

Problem-solving skills2. Vacancy: Territory Sales Manager
Job Description

Develop and sell KISCOL sugar/molasses to achieve growth plan, deliver net sales plan and brand growth share in the assigned territory

Should have experience of selling bulk sugar as well as branded sugar in retail

To remain informed about industry related news, trends, competitor activities and projects

To ensure customer satisfaction of highest level

To source and secure new business to ensure optimal growth for the company’s products

To keep track and maintain optimum stock levels of our products with every client

To do regular follow-ups of purchase orders & co-ordinate with logistics

To maintain company’s market share in the assigned territory

To help the team in making new customers

To strictly follow the company’s credit normsQualifications

Minimum Master's Degree

2+ years of progressively responsible experience in the areas of sales of sugar

3+ years sales management experience preferredSkills

Excellent negotiation skills, including public speaking and presentation skills

Ability to balance multiple, sometimes competing priorities

Strong selling skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong external/customer focus

Financial acumen/aptitude

Problem-solving skillsQualified individuals are invited to send their application along with detailed CV Only to careers@kwale-group.com indicating the Position as the Subject of the email.
Closing Date: 12th September 2014 by 5.30pm
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