FMCG Sales Executive Job

Sales Executive Minimum Requirements

• Essential Educational and / or Training Qualifications & Certificates
• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized Institution in Business or a related field.
• Masters qualifications will be an added advantage
• Professional certification is preferable but not essential
• Knowledge of sales concepts, customer service principles and practices
• Preferred Experience and Knowledge
• 3-5 years sales experience in FMCG
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets (personal & team)
• Good Industry/sector awareness including supply chain structures, developments and requirements

Technical/Functional Skills

• Marketing and Sales Concepts
• Understanding the Customer(s)/Market Intelligence
• Channel Management and Development
• Client Relationships
• Proven people and negotiation skills
• Proven track record in sales

Abilities:

• Ability to cold call.
• Acquire strong sales experience.
• Ability to problem solve and find a practical solution to issues.
• Acquire good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate.
• Able to work independently.
• Be able to work under pressure and in stressful environments.
• Fully computer literate in Microsoft word, Excel, Outlook and Power point.

Responsibilities:

• Be the first contact between the company and potential customers.
• Sourcing new business through industry market knowledge and research.
• Cold Call and establish appointments with potential customers.
• Compile and complete a needs evaluation to suit each customer’s needs as per industry standards.
• Present proposed solutions to our Customers
• Work accordingly to the sales and buyer cycle

How to Apply

Candidates should indicate the position on the subject, all applications should be sent to recruitment@careerdirections.co.ke

Deadline: Wednesday, 11 2015