Field Marketer Job in Kenya

Our client is a Nairobi based firm dealing with supply of office furniture  and is looking forward to recruiting a Field Marketer.

Gross Salary: Negotiable according  to  the candidates level of skill and experience which will be determined during the interview

Main Purpose of the Job
 

This role is responsible for identifying and managing marketing opportunities, building an in-depth understanding of client business drivers, and manages the Sales & marketing process to a successful conclusion.

Main Responsibilities

• To be able to conduct own initial product and sales presentations, detailed proposal documents, ensuring that the company’s products are matched to the identified clients needs; 
• To listen to customer requirements and present appropriately to make a sale;
• To negotiate the terms of an agreement and closing sales;
• To cold call to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business;
• To represent Company at trade exhibitions, events and demonstrations;
• Delivery of set volume and revenue targets
• Provide management with regular market intelligence on competitor activities and overall demand patterns
• Prepare weekly, monthly and annual sales plans
• Analyze sales trends and variances and advise management on appropriate strategies and actions to enable the company meet its objectives

Customer Service
 

Identification of customer needs and solving of customers problems – customer care
 

Establishes and ensures maintenance of good relations with stakeholders both in internally and in the market
 

To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products and services to ensure that a professional company and brand image is provided at all times to customers and colleagues

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a diploma in sales and marketing
• Key Account management experience is a must and should be able to advise on product development.
• Proven ability in closing business to business deals·
• Demonstrable self sufficiency, sales leadership, entrepreneurial relationship and business development.
• Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Team player
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Sound Commercial awareness
• Flexible and good planning and organization skills
• Good time management skills
• Integrity

The candidate (male/female) must have 2-3 years of field marketing experience, sales experience, young professional, goal oriented, energetic, presentable, fast achiever and very keen.

Experience selling furniture will be an added advantage.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title (Field Marketer) on the email subject to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke

Recruitment Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Unga Lane Westlands

(Behind Unga House) Nairobi.

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV in our database no for interviewing.

Assistant Head of Sales and Distribution Job in Kenya

Our client is a Nairobi based firm involved in Distribution of IT Hardware and are looking forward to recruiting an Assistant Head of Sales and Distribution.

The purpose of this job is to assist in the formulation and implementation of  functional sales policies and strategies to achieve agreed sales and profitability targets.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• Degree in sales and marketing or It or any other related field
• Minimum 3 years experience in key account management and other distribution management. Those dealing with corporate sales, business development and senior sales position are encouraged to apply.
• Should possess an excellent track record and good success rate in previous employment.
• Experience in IT area is key.
• Good communication and presentation skills are key
• Computer literacy

Role and Responsibilities

• Assist in the Formulation and implementation of  sales strategies for assigned product(s)  and clientele to achieve agreed sales and profitability targets.
• Assist in setting up of agreed sales targets for respective areas and sales channels.
• Help Formulate departmental budget and ensure that expenditure is maintained within approved budget.
• Ensure superior customer service with particular emphasis on business partners.
• Timely presentation of all required reports and documents.

If qualified send CV only to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke, indicating the title Assistant head of sales  and distribution on the subject line.

Computer Hardware Merchandise Job in Kenya

Our client is a Nairobi based firm involved in Distribution of IT Hardware and are looking forward to recruiting a merchandiser.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Persuade customers to buy the  computer hardware’s on display  by demonstrating their superiority and functionality
• Ensuring attractive display of the computer products inside the shop
• Communicating customer feedback to the management
• Service follow-up of faulty products.
• Analyzing sales information
• Negotiating prices with customers
• Helping with promotions and advertising campaigns
• Producing sales projections

Education Qualification

• Ideal for diploma/ certificate holders in merchandising, Sales and marketing or any related product.
• Experience in  merchandising,sales and promotions  especially for Computers or any other technical products required.
• Applicants must have a pleasant personality, good presentation and communication skills and very good with computers.

If qualified send CV only to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke, indicating the title Computer hardware merchandiser. on the subject line.

Madison Insurance Company Sales and Marketing Executives Jobs in Kenya (25 Vacancies)

Madison Insurance Company Limited a leading Composite Insurance Company intends to recruit a team of competent, self driven and highly motivated personnel for the following position to be stationed in its Head Office and Branches countrywide.
 

Sales and Marketing Executives
 

General Insurance Business 

25 Positions
 

Primary Responsibility

Reporting to the Sales Manager, the primary responsibility of this executive will be to ensure the production targets are achieved in line with production budgets assigned to them.

In addition the position will be responsible for creating and sustaining favorable relationships with business supporters including direct clients, in-house teams and independent intermediaries within their designated region.

Key Responsibilities

• Secure new business directly or through intermediaries, service existing business and follow up renewals within the service benchmarks and in line with the monthly renewal target.
• Conduct training for agents and intermediaries on all company products.
• Make presentations, visit clients and provide excellent after sales service to the clients
• Ensure premium collection is done within the Insurance Act requirements
• Collection and processing of Market Intelligence
• Generate, analyze and submit production and any other management report
• Perform any other duties assigned to you by Management

Education, Training and Experience

• University degree in Business related course with progress in Insurance and/or Marketing Professional Course (CII, IIK or CIM) and proficient in Ms Office
• Minimum 2 years experience in Sales and Marketing gained in a busy and highly performing organization.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 

You must be a team player with excellent communication skills, good interpersonal and analytical skills. 

You must also be able to establish and sustain profitable business relationships.
 

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications with comprehensive Curriculum Vitae on or before 4th February 2013 to: hr@madison.co.ke

Vivo Energy Cards Sales Team Leader, and Aviation Superintendent Job in Kenya

Vivo Energy is the new company behind the Shell brand in Africa. 

A joint venture between Vitol, Helios Investment Partners and Shell, we are here to offer the very best of Shell’s products and services— including high quality differentiated fuels and lubricants, supply reliability, technical expertise, and unmatched customer service — to customers across Africa. 

In doing so, we employ industry-leading health and safety standards, and are committed to delivering Shell’s products in an environmentally and socially responsible manner.

We are looking for talented individuals to fill the following exciting roles within our organisation:

Cards Sales Team Leader 

(Job Ref: HR/VE/RET/1)

Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Cards Sales Team Leader will be responsible for managing the cards business in Kenya, including developing and implementing the Cards marketing strategy.

Key Performance areas for the role:

• Develop and implement the company’s Cards marketing and business growth strategy as per annual plan.
• Increase profitability of the Fuel Card business portfolio whilst meeting the challenges of a more competitive environment.
• Effectively manage company’s Card debtors to within agreed levels.
• Create a strong focus on customer profitability with respect to the Cards business.
• Plan and steer implementation of Cards sales & marketing activities in line with Country strategies.
• Sell and recruit Card customers through active prospecting.
• Ensure the reliable, properly-managed and efficient operation of existing Card centre infrastructure, with minimum down-time and reliable card services.
• Ensure Card centre business standards and procedures are applied (including incident reporting and management), and that client data and systems are properly protected.

Minimum requirements/competencies:

• Bachelor degree — preferably in Business, with at least four years’ selling experience in an FMCG/Banking/Card environment.
• Must have at least two years’ supervisory experience in a sales environment.
• Knowledge of Card marketing is an added advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively and influence others.
• Strong relationship management skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience in implementing sales and marketing initiatives.

Aviation Superintendent 

(Job Ref: HR/VE/DIS/1)

Reporting to the Aviation Operations Manager, the Aviation Superintendent will be responsible for supervising the provision of fuelling operations, depot maintenance, engineering projects, inventory management and customer service at the assigned Aviation depot.

Key Performance areas for the role:

• Manage the daily depot operations, including fuelling operations, shift management, equipment management, etc. Ensure all operations in the depot are carried out strictly in accordance with operational procedures and Health Safety Security & Environmental (HSSE) standards.
• Provide HSSE Leadership during HSSE meetings/communications, airport inspections, walkabouts, incident and potential incident reporting, and emergency response.
• Ensure Aviation depot complies with all regulations (e.g. Kenya Revenue Authority guidelines), and that all non-compliance issues are closed out.
• Stock Management — ensure adequate stock and full stock reconciliation as per company guidelines.
• Customer focus — provide leadership in ensuring provision of quality customer service.
• Participate fully in sales — lead Sales/Supply/Ops initiative to ensure smooth communication across these interfaces within Aviation, with particular focus on maximising information sharing for key tenders.
• People management.

Minimum requirements

• Engineering or technical degree with at least three years’ experience in depot operations, preferably in the Petroleum or Aviation industry.
• Knowledge in at least two of the following areas: Aviation operations, depot engineering, maintenance. Project management is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of inventory management is essential.
• Knowledge of HSSE standards in oil industry.

If you are up to the challenge, and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please email your detailed résumé with your cell phone number to hrkenyavivoenergy.com. 

Please outline your experience/qualifications, and clearly quote the job title and reference. 

The deadline for applications is 31st Jan 2013.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Vivo Energy ¡s an equal opportunity employer!

Wines, Spirits and Beer Distributor Sales Manager Job in Kenya

Sales Manager
 

Our client, wines, spirits and beer distributor urgently seeks to fill the above vacant position
 

Roles and Duties
 

To be in charge of the sales team
 

To ensure sales target are market
 

Ensure customers are served to their satisfaction
 

To grow sales
 

Use market intelligence and provide feedback to the management
 

Qualifications

• Diploma in Sales & Marketing and/or Management
• Selling experience for more than five years, preferably in distribution
• Experience in medium-level management for more than four years
• Computer Literate
• Good in numbers
• Clean Driving License with proven driving skills for more than five years

Personal Attributes

• General Intelligence:
• Quick thinker
• Alert and able to think on feet
• Pro-active
• Mature
• Quick Learner
• Self motivated and self drive
• Ability to deal with people in a firm and confident manner
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili
• High level of Integrity
• Ability to work for long hours
• Ability to work under pressure

If you meet the above minimum requirements, kindly send your cv to the emails below (Include your current and Expected Salary in the CV)
 

Frank Management Consult Limited
Nyaku House,1st Floor, Argwings Kodhek Road,
P.O Box 5351-00200
Nairobi.
 

Emails: frankmconsult@yahoo.com/jobsfmc@yahoo.com

Account Managers and Enterprise Engineers Jobs in Kenya

Urgently Required 
 
Account Managers (Sales).
 
We are looking for highly aggressive Account Managers (Sales); who have had a proven track record of meeting sales quota and related key performance measures.

The candidate MUST have sales Certifications with channel partners such as NET APP, HP, AVAYA, CISCO, etc

The candidate will also be accountable for Sale of Enterprise hardware, software, Licenses, Maintenance, Solutions & Service.

Enterprise Engineers
 
Role:

• Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance.
• Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system.
• Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.
• Prepare reports or correspondence concerning project specifications, activities, or status.
• Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures.
• Coordinate installation of software system.
• Consult with engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, develop specifications and performance requirements, or resolve customer problems.
• Advise customer about or perform maintenance of software system.
• Direct software programming and development of documentation.
• Train users to use new or modified equipment.

Interested applicants are invited to send their word format CV on why they feel they match this job spec to nana.adwar@ymail.com on or before 20th January 2013.

Field Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya

Unighir Ltd., specializing in designing of professional kitchens and providing high quality catering equipment within East Africa is looking to recruit Field Sales Executives to support business growth and expansion in various regions i.e. Nairobi (4), Coast (1), Western (1), Central (1) , Rift Valley (1).

Position Overview:
 

Reporting to the Head of Retail Sales, the Field Sales Executives’ main role will be to ensure sale of kitchen and catering equipment within the region as per specified targets.   

They will be responsible for establishing and maintaining business relationships.
   
Responsibilities:

• Sale of Industrial kitchenware and equipment (stainless steel / fabrication / supply of industrial food processing equipment and weighing scales)
• Development of new sales leads across the region
• Customer retention
• Participating in market analysis, surveys and sales promotion activities

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years experience in sale of industrial kitchenware and catering equipment or other technical equipment
• Relevant training in Sales and Marketing streams
• Possess a “Can do” attitude with a desire to make things happen at a very fast pace
• Ability to confidently interact with client representatives at all levels
• Strong customer account focus
• Possess effective communication, presentation and problem solving ability
• Holder of valid driving license is an added advantage

Please send your CV to jobs@unighir.com indicating the job title on the subject.

Sales Manager Job in Kenya

Sales Manager
   
Our client is a company that deals with fast consumer goods and is looking  for Sales Manager

Duties /Responsibilities

• Develop sales strategy for Business Solutions customers and work closely with team leaders to achieve strategy objectives.
• Monitor and report current market trends, competition, share and developments to  the Manager in charge
• Provide recommendations on enhancing incentives schemes for the staff
• Set performance targets for telesales and area sales
• Monitor overall sales performance(sales performance, visitations, potential/prospect)
• Organise regular meetings
• Participate in and support/coach critical sales activities of the team
• Accountability for delivering sales targets
• Effectively plan and allocate required resources to achieve segment objective
• To work within the set key performance indicators

Person Specification

• A conceptual thinker and innovative individual
• A motivated and goal oriented individual
• Flexible to understanding people’s point of view as well as demonstrate willingness to change ideas or perceptions
• Must be proactive and a team player
• Must hold high level of Integrity and commitment to the company
• Should possess good leadership, communication and time management skills
• Should possess good problem solving and reasoning skills

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor Degree  or a Higher Diploma in a related field
• Computer Proficiency: MS office Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point & Outlook)
• Sales knowledge and experience within fast moving  consumer goods would be an added advantage
• Understanding specific business solutions customers.
• Strong sales capabilities and good negotiation skills
• Proven sales skills
• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience within a similar position

If you meet all the above requirements, kindly send us your cv (INCLUDE YOUR CURRENT & EXPECTED SALARY IN THE CV) to:

Frank Management Consult Limited
Nyaku House,1st Floor, Argwings Kodhek Road, Hurlingham
Emails; robinson@frank-mgt.com, frankmconsult@yahoo.com

 ONLY short listed candidates will be contacted

Business Development Executive Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacant Position: Business Development Executive
 

Our client an information systems consultancy company based in Nairobi, Kenya but with operations across Africa. 

They provide business solutions and consultancy services in the areas of financial & accounting systems, business process automation and mobile solutions.

Position Summary: 
 

This is a full time position reporting to Business Development Officer and will be located in Nairobi with occasional travel within the country. 

This position is versatile and is responsible for the acquisition of new business, manage the existing client portfolio, customer service and provide administrative support to the business development team. 

The incumbent will work very closely with the Product Managers and Business Development Officer.

Roles and Duties
 

1. Coordinating Marketing activities for the designated product line

• Identification and implementation of marketing activities 
• Marketing literature content formulation,
• Marketing merchandise and  other material design input,
• Acting as liaisons between the designers, suppliers, clients and company
• Contribute in development of marketing plan, budgets and activity calendar
• Attending and organizing sales promotional events and exhibitions

2. Contribute and respond to new business leads and opportunities with innovative and well thought out proposals, quotations and presentations
 

3. Assist in preparation of tenders/ EOI and RFP responses
 

4. Selling a range of the company’s products in the designated verticals
 

5. Consistently provide excellent customer service to clients.

Required Skills

• Presentable and pleasant personality
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• The ability and desire to sell.
• Creative and Innovative
• Effective organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• A high degree of self-motivation and drive.
• Interest in and awareness of markets and financial implications
• Team player and proactive

Relevant Experience:
 

The role requires well-developed people and business skills.

• A degree in business related field preferably marketing
• CPA part II section four
• At least two years of experience in marketing a product.
• Age between 25-35 years

Send application to careers@kcr-hr.com
 

This is a very competitive offer, only qualified candidates should apply.

Sales Executive Job in Kenya

We are a leading supplier to the hospitality industry. We seek to appoint dynamic and self-motivated individuals in the capacity of Sales Executive.

This person will primarily report to the Sales Manager, and will be based at our offices in Nairobi.

Role/Objective Summary

Responsible for the continuous attainment of the company’s revenue target in the assigned region through constantly identifying and securing new clients as well as maximizing sales from the current clients

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Achieve set sales target continuously.
• Research, Identify and secure new clients or marketing opportunities from the assigned region.
• Creating detailed proposal documents, often as part of a formal bidding process that is largely dictated by the prospective customer
• Maintain all clients through proactive communication with the client and ensuring that all queries, complains are promptly attended to.
• Acting as a contact between a company and its existing and potential customers
• Making quotations to potential customers and ensuring Accounts are paid or settled on time and in full by the existing customers
• Cold calling to arrange for meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business
• Following up on client orders
• Time to time order processing in the absence of the order processor
• Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly sales activities and or visits and presenting them to the Sales manager etc
• Give daily reports and weekly progress to the project manager and human resource manager
• Analyzing the market environment i.e. analyzing other competitor’s prices, the amount of demand and supply in the market.
• Giving feedback to the management and advising accordingly.
• Attending weekly departmental meetings
• Any other duties assigned by the management.

Key Skills and Abilities

• Diploma in sales & marketing
• 2-3 years experience in sales preferably in institution sales
• Aggressive
• Ability to work and contribute in a team
• Proven ability to meet sales targets
• Good presentation skills
• Must be a strong "people person" with excellent communication skills; a positive, persuasive personality
• Competent computer and database skill

If you meet the above requirements, apply online by sending your CV to ckenya.ltd@gmail.com clearly indicating SALES EXECUTIVE on the subject line to be received on or before 29th October 2012

La vonce Trading Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya

Sales Executives 

Lavonce Trading Co. Kenya Limited

Company profile:

La vonce Trading Kenya Company Limited is a duly registered company in Kenya dealing in the Import and Distribution of quality Tomato paste and Tomato sauce products in FMCG industry. 

We are seeking experienced dynamic sales people to roll out our brands in the Kenyan and East Africa markets.

You will have plenty of room to be creative and management will be open to new ideas.

Role Category: Retail Sales / Wholesale / Distribution
Key Skills: Retail Sales, channel sales, FMCG sales, Hotels, and Institutional sales

Salary: 15k + Commissions.
Age Limit: 25-35 Years
Industry: Tomato Paste

Job Description For The Sales Executives

• Responsible for Business Development in Channel Sales and Modern Trade, Super Market in local & Up country Markets.
• Achieving company Volume and Value team targets by Month, QTR & Yearly Basis.
• Capable to handle the entire products range and customers in the assigned territory.
• Drive in Depth Distribution & Geographical Expansion.
• Efficient stock management at Key sales points (Super Markets, Distributors & Wholesalers)
• Develop & execute the trade.
• Plan & Implement Distribution for market coverage.
• Ability to identify key players, overall business strategy and competitor analysis;
• Prospective building of a client database, market segmentation, cold calls, referrals and enquiries.

Skills

• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiating skills.
• Good organization and administrative skills.
• A strong team player.
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adopt a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma in Sales or Marketing
• Should have experience of 3 – 5 years
• Be of high ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.

If you believe you meet the above requirements send detailed CV & Cover letter, to lavoncesalesrecruitment@gmail.com, on or before Monday 15th October 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

BASF Accounts Manager and Market Developer Jobs in EA

(Very Attractive Salaries)
Our client BASF under instruction from BASF South Africa wishes to recruit the following candidates.

Accounts Manager (Eastern Africa)

Job Ref. MN 5510

• The candidate will be in charge of the entire BASF Polyurethanes’ customer portfolio in Eastern Africa.
• Graduate in Chemical Engineering or Industrial Chemistry; alternatively, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• MBA with sales experience will be an added advantage.

Market Developer (Ethiopia)

Job Ref. MN 5510

• The candidate will identify industry trends & business potentials for BASF in construction and home plus personal care.
• He / she will build and strengthen networks with established distributors in Ethiopia.
• Graduate preferably MBA, minimum 4 years relevant experience.

Apply via email only so as to reach us by 12Noon 8th October 2012 to
recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com.

Mechanical and Marketing Jobs in Mombasa, Kenya

A multinational company in Mombasa seeks to fill the following positions in line with its major expansion project. 

Deputy Head of Department: Mechanical

Applications are invited from qualified persons meeting the following requirements:

• BE/BSc/BTech Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 7 years experience in manufacturing plant maintenance.
• Preventive and Predictive maintenance experience
• Experience in rolling mills a major advantage
• Computer Packages MS Office, Project, Autocad
• Knowledge of Kaizen principles, ISO systems desired

A gross salary of Kshs. 150,000 plus other lucrative benefits will be offered to the most suitable candidate.

Sales & Marketing Manager: Nairobi Office

Reporting to the General Manager Sales & Marketing, the required qualifications are;

• Degree in Architecture/Engineering or any business related discipline;
• A masters degree OR a postgraduate Diploma in Marketing will be an added advantage;
• Five to Seven years experience in Sales & Marketing;
• Extensive knowledge of Nairobi its environs;
• Experience with dealers in the building industry a major advantage;
• Experience in dealing with Quality/Quantity Surveyors, Architects, Contractors desirable;
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Microsoft Office and Ms Project proficiency;
• Membership to a professional body desirable;
• Ability to travel frequently within the country;

Highly competitive salary and benefits will be offered to the most suitable candidates.
 

Application letter together with C.V and contacts of three referees should be mailed to mombasaadvertsgmaiI.com not later than 20th October 2012