Sales Executive- Chemicals Human Nutrition at Antal International

Job Description 

• Developing ambitious and clear market development plans in chemicals for Human Nutrition industry that create synergies with our existing portfolio in Kenya and our global position as a leader in Chemical distribution. 
• Visiting your customer portfolio on a regular basis and building and expanding a strong network in the market. 
• Documenting and reporting market information in a clear and structured manner. 
• Designing a balanced portfolio that builds on our strengths as a company with a global procurement network as well as our local logistical strengths. 
• Interfacing daily with other departments to ensure issues are addressed in a timely manner and to provide a first-class service to our customers. 
• Profiling and segmenting the chemicals for human nutrition industry in Kenya 
• Developing customers for the various chemicals for human nutrition segments 
• Analyzing market needs and developing products for the various market in Kenya 
• Contribute in development of the chemicals for human nutrition market strategy in Kenya 

Profile 

• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics management or International trade or Food Science & Technology 
• 5+ years of relevant working experience in sales and or marketing in the chemicals for human nutrition industry with proven records 
• Experience and ability to work in an international environment, with prior experience in an international trade and supply chain environment being a benefit 
• Eager to learn and acquire knowledge in view of longer-term career prospects 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English 
• Experience with a trading & distribution company, a production company or an end-user is a must 
• Highly driven and organized, with an eye for detail and the ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines 
• Outstanding interpersonal skills to ensure an optimal relationship with both internal and external contacts 
• Team player 

Skills 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Self-motivated and driven by targets 
• Resilience 
• Strong communication skills – including both verbal and written 
• The ability to influence and negotiate with others 
• Commercial awareness 
• IT skills 
• Numerical skills. 
• A positive, confident and determined approach 
• The capability to flourish in a competitive environment