Head of Field Sales at Jiji Kenya

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Develop, review, and report on Offline Field Sales strategy.
• Identify potential clients, build relationships, and create effective pitches.
• Conduct weekly training for offline sales agents.
• Accompany field sales agents to the field and monitor how they pitch and identify areas that need improvement
• Generate weekly reports on field sales agents' performance and ensure timely commission payments.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 years of experience in managing a commission sales team of 50-100 people is a MUST.
• Experience working as a unit manager in a reputable insurance firm or an area sales manager within the financial institution or FMCG sector preferred.
• Experience in automating operations processes is a plus.
• A degree in Economics or STEM is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of the use of Excel and Google Sheets required.

BENEFITS 

• Compensation -  retainer plus commission on team targets 
• Comprehensive field support - transportation allowances, airtime, internet, fuel reimbursement to cater for movement during fieldwork 
• Performance recognition and awards - corporate gifts, extra bonus on targets met, vouchers, etc
• Culture - relaxed workplace culture that fosters an environment of growth, and collaboration with team members from all regions Jiji is located in Africa
• Personal Development – extensive in-house training programs to improve skills, mentorship from experienced sales managers, and opportunities for growth to head sales teams in East Africa

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