Area Sales Manager at Monument Distillers Nigeria Limited

The candidate will have the following duties;

• Execute Distributor strategy and plan by driving sales to retail trade from Distributors
• Seek new retail clients within Sales Area
• Seek new opportunities for growth and make proposals to Zonal Manager & Commercial Executive.
• Prospect and recruit new distributors where necessary (Gap area).
• Approve and ensure proper deployment and management of Chillers, Promotional Items and other trade infrastructures within the assigned Sales Area in line with approved strategy.
• Supervises activities of the Cash Crusader to ensure effective and efficient coverage of the routes
• Ensure effective execution of all promotions/activations within the Sales Area, ensuring maximum brand visibility, engagement, ROI etc.
• Ensure all routine reports and data are uploaded in line with agreed timelines and accurate.
• Attend weekly sales productivity meetings and other meetings as required.

Qualification & Experience

• First Degree or Higher National Diploma (minimum of lower credit) from a recognized higher institution.
• Post-graduate/Professional Qualification would be an added advantage
• Minimum 3-year Sales experience preferably in the in Wines & Spirits (FMCG) Industry

Our ideal candidate must have,

• Knowledge of the territory/area/zone
• Relationship Management Skills & Teamwork.
• Organization and Planning
• Business Acumen
• Communication Skills
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• High level of responsibility & accountability
• Team Management
• Reporting Skills
• IT Proficiency (Microsoft Excel, Power BI etc.)