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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