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Sales Manager – General Trade (Fmcg)
Minimum Experience
1 year
Application Deadline
📅 31/12/2026
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Job Description
JOB TITLE SALES MANAGER – GENERAL TRADE (FMCG) NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME INDUSTRY FMCG- FRUIT JUICE SALARY KSHS.100,000 JOB LOCATION MOMBASA ROAD
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Sales Strategy and Revenue Growth
Distribution and Market Expansion
Team Leadership and Management
Key Account and Distributor Management
Trade Marketing and Brand Visibility
Reporting and Performance Tracking
Compliance and Operations
KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
HOW TO APPLY
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Sales Strategy and Revenue Growth
- Develop and execute general trade sales strategies to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets.
- Drive product penetration and increase market share across assigned territories.
- Identify new sales opportunities within wholesale and retail trade channels.
- Monitor sales performance and adjust strategies to meet target
Distribution and Market Expansion
- Manage and grow distributor networks across assigned regions.
- Ensure optimal product availability in wholesale markets, kiosks, dukas, and independent retailers.
- Expand distribution coverage to underserved or emerging markets.
- Strengthen route-to-market efficiency and reduce stock gaps.
Team Leadership and Management
- Lead, supervise, and motivate field sales teams (sales representatives and merchandisers).
- Set clear performance targets and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly achievements.
- Conduct regular field visits, coaching, and performance evaluations.
- Build a high-performing and accountable sales force.
Key Account and Distributor Management
- Develop strong relationships with distributors, wholesalers, and key trade partners.
- Negotiate trading terms, pricing, and promotional agreements.
- Ensure timely order fulfillment and efficient stock movement.
- Resolve distributor and customer issues promptly.
Trade Marketing and Brand Visibility
- Ensure strong in-store execution, including branding, merchandising, and product placement.
- Coordinate promotional campaigns and trade activations.
- Monitor competitor activity and market trends.
- Ensure compliance with brand standards across all retail points.
Reporting and Performance Tracking
- Track sales volumes, distribution metrics, and market performance.
- Prepare and submit regular sales reports and forecasts.
- Analyze data to identify growth opportunities and performance gaps.
- Provide insights and recommendations to senior management.
Compliance and Operations
- Ensure adherence to company policies, pricing structures, and trade agreements.
- Monitor stock levels and coordinate with supply chain teams to prevent shortages.
- Ensure ethical business practices across all trade channels.
KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
- Degree/Diploma in a related field
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in FMCG sales management.
- Strong preference for experience in processed juice, beverages, or confectionery industry.
- Proven experience managing general trade distribution networks.
- Strong background in leading field sales teams and distributor management.
- Strong sales and negotiation skills.
- Excellent leadership and team management ability.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Good understanding of FMCG distribution systems and GT channels.
HOW TO APPLY
- If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
- Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About the Company
Brites Management Services Limited publishes its vacancies in Kenya through Saplic. Profile created automatically.
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