South Africa: Sales Head – FMCG posted by Ad Talent Africa

Who are we:? A leading FMCG business in Africa

Who are we looking for? A Sales Head for the business in Zambia.

What will you do?

• The role requires intensive planning, developing and improving premium biscuits range Go to Market strategy and export markets Distribution Expansion to make organisation profitable.
• The position will drive operations to influence market growth and exceed the financial objectives of the organisation.
• Accountability for volume & revenue target for distribution channel for all products.
• To achieve and enhance distribution business targets in line with expansion plans.
• Maintaining all sourcing aspects of the distribution business to ensure the organisation is performing at optimum level.
• Formulate and implement the premium biscuits distribution strategy in Zambia and regional markets, in consultation with the stakeholders.
• Initiate distribution expansion to establish premium range reach, coverage and expand geographical footprint in Zambia and regional markets.
• Develop premium range distribution models across the geography as per the need.
• Provide business & operational strategies, growth management and thought leadership
• Responsible for improving distribution reach and efficiency by Infrastructure development/re-alignment of distributors in consent and collaboration with respective sales managers to ensure market leadership.
• Responsible for driving volume and value KPIs.

What do you need?

• Preferred Masters degree in business administration, finance, Marketing, or closely related field which will provide knowledge of the principles, practices, and administration of FMCG business.
• 15+ years or the equivalent experience in BISCUIT/Snacks industry, directly involved with operations, export sales & related area.