Jobs at GlaxoSmithKline

Basic qualifications:

• A good first degree
• At least 4 years Field Sales experience in FMCG
• Demonstrated understanding of the core selling skills
• General understanding of the core sales drivers in the FMCG sector, major players and brands
• Demonstrated ability to lead and achieve results through people

Preferred qualifications:

• A good first degree
• At least 4 years Field Sales experience in FMCG
• Demonstrated understanding of the core selling skills
• General understanding of the core sales drivers in the FMCG sector, major players and brands
• Demonstrated ability to lead and achieve results through people

Details:

We have openings for District Development Managers in Benue and Kano to drive GSK sales (volume and value), Reach and point of sale visibility for wellness, family beverage and oral healthcare brands

• Responsibility for secondary sales targets
• Sales fundamentals & cycle plan execution across key channels
• Overall responsibility  for territory retail & wholesale development
• Territory planning to drive efficient coverage (retail & open market)
• Support partners to develop solid network of sub distributors and key distributors
• Responsible for supervision and capability development of Sales reps (VSR, MBR & OMR)
• Prompt reporting
• Responsibility for A-supermarkets & retail chains
• Business plans for strategic sub-distributors
• ≥17 days in–field time per month

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Basic qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant with 10-15 years post qualification experience in Finance related function in a manufacturing organisation of which the last 3-5 years should be at very senior levels.
• Experience in making critical decisions in an autonomous environment with track record of superior financial judgement.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a leader, facilitator, and team member with strong communications/interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to create commercial analysis and translate findings into strategic recommendations.
• Strong project management skills.
• Systems and process expert including strong change management capabilities

Preferred qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant with 10-15 years post qualification experience in Finance related function in a manufacturing organisation of which the last 3-5 years should be at very senior levels.
• Experience in making critical decisions in an autonomous environment with track record of superior financial judgement.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a leader, facilitator, and team member with strong communications/interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to create commercial analysis and translate findings into strategic recommendations.
• Strong project management skills.
• Systems and process expert including strong change management capabilities

Details:

• Provide the General Manager and Management Team with expert advice and support regarding financial management and control.
• Responsible for conducting annual budgeting and monthly reviews. Ensure the appropriateness of the key assumptions included in WA’s financial plan and annual budget proposals. Identify and highlight potential areas of concern in a timely manner.
• Manage all financial activities, including cost analysis, capital expenditures, working capital, cash flow management and tax planning. Work with Area Management and other GSK Corporate functions in establishment of appropriate policies in these areas.
• Engage Board of Directors, Board Committees and Shareholders Forum around budgets, results, issues and trends. Establish optimal dividend and capitalisation policies in conjunction with Board Finance Committee and GSK Corporate Management.
• Actively participate and lead discussion as an executive director in the Audit Committee meetings, Board Finance Committee meetings and Board meetings for GSK Consumer Nigeria Plc.
• Prepare and review financial information across all three businesses (Consumer, Pharma and GMS) and present to various committees as part of the PLC governance.  Ensure that all three GSK business unit heads are engaged and actively involved in delivery of results for the PLC.
• Work with Internal Audit and Audit Committee in evaluation and testing of controls.
• Ensure compliance with all local SEC and Stock Exchange requirements.
• Oversee all accounting procedures and systems used by the company. Ensure all financial processes are compliant with GSK policies, International Financial Reporting Standards, Nigerian Accounting Standards and local SEC regulations.
• Guide and coordinate development of Risk Maps and Business Continuity Plans for the Consumer WA business unit.
• Liaise with and provide financial reporting to Lucozade-Ribena Suntory brand owners and business partners.
• Lead financial delivery of business strategy projects ensuring that both financial strategy is prepared and understood by the business and measured against those plans during execution.