Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales Manager to lead their sales team. As a Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving the growth of their PET product manufacturing business by developing and executing sales strategies, managing a team of sales professionals, and building strong customer relationships. This role plays a pivotal role in achieving the company’s revenue and market share goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sales Strategy Development:
- Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue and market share targets.
- Analyze market trends and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for growth.
- Team Management:
- Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing sales team.
- Set clear sales targets, provide guidance, and evaluate team
members’ performance.
- Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.
- Customer Relationship Management:
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key clients, suppliers,
and retailers.
- Address customer inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
- Sales Process Improvement:
- Continuously improve the sales process, from lead generation to order fulfillment.
- Implement sales automation tools and CRM systems for efficient sales operations.
- Sales Forecasting and Reporting:
- Monitor and analyze sales performance, KPIs, and key metrics.
- Generate regular reports and forecasts to inform company decision-making.
- Product Knowledge:
- Stay up-to-date with our PET products and industry trends.
- Ensure the sales team has a comprehensive understanding of our product line.
- Budget Management:
- Develop and manage the sales department’s budget efficiently.
- Allocate resources wisely to optimize sales results.
- Market Expansion:
- Identify new market segments and geographical areas for expansion.
- Develop and execute strategies to penetrate new markets.
- Compliance and Ethics:
- Ensure all sales activities comply with company policies and ethical standards.
- Promote a culture of integrity and professionalism within the sales team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 5 years experience in sales management within the PET industry or related field.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- Proficiency in using sales and CRM software.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-focused mindset.
- Results-driven with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
Interested candidates should share their cvs at jobs@peoplelink.co.ke
Application deadline:9 th nov 2023