The posting
Sales Manager (Maseru, Lesotho)
Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications
- Minimum requirement:Completed a Master's Degree / Post Graduate Diploma / or equivalent qualification 10 years of Senior Management experience in lieu of a Master's qualification Lesotho Citizen
Experience
- A minimum of 5 years sales experience in an FMCG environment
- Valid code 8 drivers license, unendorsed
Responsibilities:
Sales Team Management
- Manage the goals for the allocated sales team to deliver and exceed targeted growth, profit, and margin:Business targets achieved Team goals and KPIs flow into agreed individual goals and KPIs Achievement of volume, profit, market execution, customer service Actively monitor team understanding of policies, procedures, guidelines, and goals; take relevant actions to improve knowledge Provide continual feedback to team members on progress towards targets Regularly monitor work performance to ensure targets are achieved Adhere to SHERQ policies and procedures; actively pursue compliance
Trade Investment Management
- Formulate, monitor, and control investment in trade and trade expenses to ensure channel profitability:Continuously drive efficiency and productivity in channels Ongoing management of investments and costs Review investments and costs monthly; provide feedback to the team Acquire special approval for extraordinary costs as per guidelines Analyze variances within planned investments and costs; address problem areas and take corrective action
Company Asset Management
- Manage company assets:Execute allocation, operation, return on investment, and non-conformance activities according to Company standards and regulations Manage, maintain, and verify coolers, vehicles, and equipment on schedule to ensure optimal functioning and minimize losses Manage company vehicle image, usage, and abuse in line with company policy; action non-conformance by team members
Team Management
- Manage team performance goals in support of Company goals, channel business plan, and team contextual issues:Complete and capture career discussions and individual development plans in compliance with the process Appropriately execute agreed-upon individual development plans; take corrective action for out-of-line situations Treat team members in accordance with Company code of conduct, values, and ethics Encourage team members to make decisions and solve work-related problems Continuously motivate and encourage sales team members to achieve and exceed targets Conduct on-the-job coaching regularly to identify and correct performance gaps



