Job description
Global Sourcing and Supply in Sudan is looking to recruit a dedicated Trading Manager to look over the country’s location whole and retail operations, together with its food trading and supply business.
You will work closely with the Country Manager in order to oversee and manage operations, people, reporting, as well as the financial aspect of the business. The ideal candidate must know the market and will constantly look for changing trends, needs and market gaps through the distribution and analysis of surveys.
You must be able to build business plans and focus on analyzing sales, concentrating on the financial aspect of the business and overlooking our Gross Profit margin. Budget requirements will be one of your focuses, as well as monitoring and controlling debtor objectives, reducing time and prompt resolution of payment issues.
Marketing is an essential aspect of this role, where you will need to find ways to attract customers by finding creative solutions.
Moreover, you will need to supervise, motivate, coach and manage teams and be an excellent communicator to develop excellent relationships with customers and suppliers to scout for new products for the market and enhance the current supply chain.
You must be able to lead and motivate a sales team and be a team player and open to collaboration. Identifying employees’ skills and development to meet with business needs is also essential.
The ideal candidate must have a background in FMCG, preferably with at least three years’ experience in a sales and marketing management role, with a minimum of a diploma in a related subject. Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic is essential, with French as an advantage.
