Regional Business Manager - East Africa at Summit Recruitment and Search

The preferred candidate MUST have experience setting up distribution outlets for FMCG products. The candidate should cultivate and expand the company’s business and presence in the East Africa region and other territories as identified.

Key Responsibilities;

• Identify business opportunities in region by sourcing and acquiring customers.
• Identify and implement marketing strategies in line with business plan.
• Key account management.
• Set up Kenyan branch and resource accordingly.
• Source and maintain logistic partners with emphasis on pricing and SLA’s.
• Manage staff to ensure achievement of targets.
• Manage branch finances and administration.
• Handle operational aspects of the branch, i.e. Stock, merchandising, SOPS.
• Manage warehouse activities, i.e. stock arrivals and dispatch.
• Provide reports to Head office as prescribed.
• Attend Meetings at Head office as required.

Qualifications;

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Sales and Marketing.
• Must have East African business to business sales / marketing / business development experience.
• Must have above 5 years’ experience in branded consumer goods sales, service and marketing.
• Must be capable of working independently and managing a diverse client base.
• Must be self motivated in a sales environment.
• Computer literate.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Willingness to travel extensively.