Job Description
SC Johnson are looking for a Senior Associate, Retail Account Management. In this role you will directly manage distributor operations and you will be responsible for Traditional Trade field sales in Kenya. Reporting to the Associate Manager, Retail Account Management, you will be responsible for achieving sales and profit targets per budget for the country and ensuring distributor operational excellence through inventory management, forecast accuracy and receivables.
SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Kiwi®, OFF!®, Raid®, Pledge®, Duck®, Mr. Muscle®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
We’re looking for an experienced sales professional with a background in FMCG and good knowledge of local traditional trade.
The key responsibilities of the role will include:
Controlling and Managing trade spending for traditional trade.
Supporting execution of JBP by customer
Supporting New product listings and achieving sales targets
Implementation of pricing strategy defined by SCJ.
Generating reports required by organization: sales, stock level, sell through, etc.
Supporting with Collection from Customers.
Implementing promotional activities and programs in the Traditional Trade
Required Skills / Experience / Competencies:
This is an exciting and rare opportunity and we’re looking for a passionate and driven professional who wants to take their career to the next level. You must have a clear understanding of Traditional Trade in the local market and you will have a flexible open-minded attitude with the ability to think outside the box. You will be results driven, with a positive, and innovative approach.
In addition to this the following is required:
Bachelor’s degree
Ideally 3 years field sales experience in FMCG sector
Valid Classes B,C,E driving license
Must have the ability to manage up and across organization.
Able to multitask and work across functions successfully
Strong Computer skills, Microsoft Office
Excellent communicator, able to manage disagreements and build strong working relationships
Must value others, and other cultures
You must be a self-starter, who is able to work autonomously and act with high integrity
Strong Analytical Skills and keen attention to details
Excellent Negotiation skills
What we offer:
For the right candidate we offer excellent long-term career development and progression opportunities. You will have the chance to truly make an impact and make the role your own.
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