Standard Group ,Region manager, sales & distribution vacancy

Standard Group ,Region manager, sales & distribution vacancy
The incumbent will work closely with the MD – Print Operations to deliver the sales and market growth objectives through profitable volume and market share growth. Leading the sales and distribution team he/she will assess the industry’s key unmet needs and identify opportunities where Standard Group can create new markets for their products and sustainable competitive advantage.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead sales and distribution teams to deliver sales and revenue targets
• Improved market share
• As a key player in the Sales and Operations process, ensure alignment in the demand and supply of our products
• Working with the marketing division, execution of marketing programs within agreed calendar & timelines
• Identify distribution gaps, test new ideas and drive penetration into new markets; track performance and
proactively take corrective measures.
• Develop strong customer/partner relationships to help drive commercialization
• Work with key stakeholders to optimise route to market (distribution, Finance & Regional management Team)
• As a custodian of external customer Service, manage key stakeholders & contributors (distribution partners, Sales, Supply Chain )
• Develop and maintain clear understanding of the market & regulatory trends as well as key drivers and barriers
affecting SGL product distribution in selected markets
Qualifications & Experience
• A Bachelor’s degree in sales & Marketing, Commerce, Engineering or related discipline
• 5-7 years sales and operations Management experience
• Experience in developing winning distribution growth strategies
• Strategic and creative thinker who can develop competitive plans
• Vast knowledge of regional markets
• Trade marketing or operational marketing role in FMCG will be an added advantage
• Ability to lead and motivate a team is crucial

If you possess the above qualifications and have the drive to meet the challenges, visit our website www.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to browse through the current vacancies and apply not later than 22nd September 2014