Wrigley Field Sales Representative Job in Kenya

Wrigley Field Sales Representative Job in Kenya
February 25, 2015 Job Description


Summary: Our client Wrigley is a recognized leader in confections with a wide range of product offerings including gum, mints, hard and chewy candies, and lollipops.
Wrigley’s world-famous brands – including EXTRA®, ORBIT®, DOUBLEMINT®, JUICY FRUIT®, and 5™ chewing gums, as well as confectionery brands SKITTLES®– create simple pleasures for consumers every day.
It is a subsidiary of the MARS Incorporated Company, a global leader in the chocolate and pet-food categories and one of the largest privately owned businesses.

As a result of our continued growth, we are seeking to recruit a Field Sales Representative reporting to the Area Sales Manager.Job Purpose: The purpose of the role is to achieve hot spot placing of products and merchandising equipment in all existing and potential outlets.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop maximum distribution of our products at the retail end and outstanding displays in all outlets in assigned area.
Maximizes all opportunities in the process of closing a sale resulting in the taking of market share from competitors.
Achieve coverage in all sectors of the market and improve the displays in the hot spot.
Ensure accurate data capture and other records to achieve a quality database.
Rotate stock at POS and replace overage gum if necessary.
Use POP material to attract consumers and make them aware of Wrigley’s products
Work to a specified plan covering each segment systematically visiting every outlet and opening up new outlets to expand distribution.
Work to a specified plan covering each segment systematically visiting every outlet and opening up new outlets to expand distribution.
Assists in the implementation of company marketing plans as needed.
Inform management of any new developments in the market i.e. competitive activity, new channels of distribution etc.
Create strong customer relationship.
Ensure safe custody of company assets i.e. vehicle , merchandising material
Representing the company at trade promotions and expo’s
Direct/guide, control and generally oversee the work of any direct & indirect associates placed under this role
Responsible to report problems with Food Safety Management system to Manager and/or food safety team leader.
Education and Qualifications
Degree/Diploma in Sales and/or Marketing.
At least two years selling experience in the same role in the FMCG Industry.
Strong selling and negotiating skills.
Ability to deliver Consistent Results
Ability to create Collaborative Relationships
Attention to detail.
Clean & Valid Driving license
Skills Required
Action Oriented,
Organization Agility,
Planning, Drive for Results,
Customer Focus,
Integrity and Trust
Leveraging Insights,
Financial Management
How to Apply

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 6th March 2015 to;Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100

Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.keOnly short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.