Job Listing: Sales Officer – Greater North
Organization: Mukwano Industries
Location: Uganda
Employment Type: Full-time
Deadline: 06/08/2024
Reporting To: Regional Sales Manager
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and prepare work schedules to handle secondary market orders with the CP and advise on delivery.
- Implement sales improvement strategies in retail markets and guide merchandisers on product visibility in supermarkets and retail outlets.
- Review CP floor stock, advise on logistics and resources, update customer databases, and provide guidance on order booking in relation to CP targets.
- Guide CPs sales teams to optimize product placement in secondary markets.
- Monitor the use of company distribution panel vans and report performance to the Regional Sales Manager.
- Provide daily price analysis for assigned towns, follow up on customer balances as per credit days, and report on invoices due for clearance.
- Ensure CP route sales trucks are optimized for distribution and product visibility.
- Monitor and guide the use of coolers and product display in retail and wholesale outlets, and submit status reports to the Regional Sales Manager.
- Conduct market research, develop new accounts, and submit weekly market intelligence reports.
- Guide CPs on maintaining and updating sales information system reports.
- Participate in sales promotion activities including trade fairs and sales campaigns.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Regional Sales Manager or Head Office Sales staff.
Educational Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Sales and Marketing, Commerce, Business Administration (Marketing Option), or a related field.
- 3 years of relevant experience required.
Skills & Professional Attributes:
- Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Professional personal presentation and customer service orientation.
- Strong decision-making skills and the ability to handle non-routine matters with minimal instructions.
Application Process:
- Closing date for applications: 06th August 2024.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing is strictly prohibited.
About Mukwano Industries:
Mukwano Industries Uganda Limited is a leading conglomerate in East and Central Africa with interests in manufacturing, agriculture, and logistics supply chain. Established in 1910, Mukwano has grown into a major player in FMCGs, including soaps, oils, detergents, plastics, and more. The company is certified by ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2005, and other standards, and employs over 7,000 staff while maintaining high environmental, health, and safety practices.
