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  • Posted: Nov 18, 2019
    Deadline: Not specified
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    Since the foundation of our company in 1955, we from DORCO have worked hard to reach the comfort of our customers and to produce the "World best edge". Now, we have grown into a Global Company who exports for 100 countries all over the World..
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    Country Manager

    Job Description

    • We are now looking for a dynamic Country Manager to develop and implement a sales strategy and drive the sales force to make a strong impact on the Nigeria market.
    • This is a visible senior position which requires an experienced FMCG Professional to act as Country Manager and have full handling of the Company’s sales strategy
    • Reporting into the Sales team leader, we need a high performer who is able to analyze all reported data and identify development in order to recognize opportunities for the company on the Nigeria Market.

    Core Duties & Responsibilities

    • Country Manager is responsible for advising in relation to building a company’s brand in Nigeria Markets.
    • Advise to establish sales objectives by creating a sales plan and quota for districts in support of national objectives.
    • Advise to maintain and expands customer base by counseling district sales representatives; building and maintaining rapport with key customers; identifying new customer opportunities.
    • Recommends product lines by identifying new product opportunities, and/or product, packaging, and service changes; surveying consumer needs and trends; tracking competitors.
    • Advise to devises advertising and promotional plans and are involved in product positioning and global brand marketing development.
    • Implements trade promotions by publishing, tracking, and evaluating trade spending.
    • Advise to accomplish sales and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
    • Continually assess company progress, sales and marketing successes and compile reports to submit to superiors in corporate headquarters.

    Qualification, Knowledge & Skills

    • A 4 year experience in sales or Advanced Degree in Sales, Marketing or Finance. Familiarity with the country or region in which one will work is considered a notable advantage for those seeking to fulfill a Country Manager role.
    • Ideally, more than 5 years of experience in shaving product or a similar FMCG category is necessary (ex. Gillette, Schick, Bic etc.)
    • Marketing experience will be a plus. High marketing knowledge to build a brand in new countries will be needed.
    • A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management or a similar area
    • Requires a strong understanding of how a business operates and successful candidates will have a proven track record demonstrating their understanding and business acumen.
    • As a successful Country Manager, you would need to demonstrate strong communication, organizational and negotiation skills.
    • Specialized in areas of West Africa region will be a plus - continentalism, national trait is a plus.
    • Must be familiar with computer software programs e.g. Word, Excel etc.
    • Fluent in English (French or Portuguese Speakers are desirable)

    Personal Attributes:

    • Should be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work with little or no supervision and possess the ability to assemble and manage teams.
    • Self-driven person to work as a team and having positive attitude will be needed to work as a team.
    • Presentation, analytical and planning skills are also essential.
    • Need to be sensitive to cultural differences and willingness to adapt new culture.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Dorco Company Limited on www.linkedin.com to apply

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