Area Sales Manager - FMCG at Ascentech Services Limited

Description

• Planning and management of sales territories, achievement of targets based on profitable potential and effective sales territory management.
• To utilize all elements of the Sales Management Process (SMP) to effectively analyze, implement and control the opportunities within territory.
• To actively manage and develop the growth of key products within the sales territory.
• To target the appropriate customer groups to ensure successful introduction of new products.
• To work with Engineering Management, Finance Management, Market Management, Product Management and other members of Sales Management team to ensure a consistent approach to business throughout the Company.
• To coordinate with Logistics and Marketing to maintain right stock levels.
• To ensure timely collection of all the dues / overdues.
• To support EMT through execution of special projects.
• To ensure your knowledge and skills are continuously developed for the benefit of both yourself and the company.
• To take full responsibility for all assigned company assets.
• To ensure compliance with all company values, policies & processes

Requirements

• Candidates should possess an HND / BSC, in Marketing or other related discipline.
• 4 - 6 years in sales and/or business management.
• Must be between 30 - 45 years of age.
• Experience in the FMCG Industry is an added advantage
• NASCO, TGI, OK Foods, Trade Depo, OLAM, DANSA, GRACECO,,CARAWAY or other related companies within the sector is an advantage.
• Proximity to Ajao, Lagos State is an added advantage.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills
• Effective decision making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and work well in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in working with and influencing other people
• Ability to consult and negotiate with both internal and external customers
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic and ability to work well with little supervision