Assistant Manager - Trade Development at Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Responsible for managing and developing FMN’s business relationships and performance of the dealers in ensuring objectives of the company are achieved. Manage the retail redistribution team of assigned areas ensuring all teams deliver against their monthly KPIs.

THE JOB

• Manage the company’s business in all Modern Trade (MT) outlets within the territory and ensure  monthly sales volume targets are achieved in each store.
• Oversee and supervise all in-store merchandisers to achieve planogram execution and winning visibility.
• Build and manage business relationship with MT outlets that will drive business growth. Manage and influence orders, follow up and ensure timely replenishment of stocks.
• Ensure new products are listed in the stores and excellently execute all initiatives and activation in store.

THE PERSON MUST

• Have excellent listening ability and good communication skills.
• Have a natural ability to build and maintain  relationships.
• Be great at prospecting new dealers.
• Be persuasive and possess negotiation skills
• Have strong organisational and time management skills.

QUALIFICATION

• BSC /HND in related field

EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years experience in FMCG sales with a minimum of 1 year managing Modern Trade outlets.
• Familiar with the above region
•  with a minimum of one year managing Modern Trade outlets in a similar role.