Eveready EA Distributorship Job

EVEREADY® is the largest supplier of portable power solutions in East Africa. Our products are trusted and have proven value.
We have one of the largest dry cell battery manufacturing plants in the region and are focused on delivering our quality brands to consumers through great distribution networks.

EVEREADY® East Africa Ltd has opportunities for distributorships in two (2) regions as follows:

1. Nairobi East Region comprised of ParkroadlNgara, Eastleigh, Eastlands, Thika Road, Kamiti Road.
2. Garissa Region comprised of Dadaab, Central, Liboi, Bura, Benane, Balambala, Shant-Abak, Sankuri,Modogashe, Danyere.

The requirements for the distributorship include the following:

1. Ability to obtain appropriate bank guarantee of a minimum of Kshs.10 Million.
2. Ability to raise appropriate start-up capital of Kshs.1 0 Million.
3. Ability to avail distribution vehicles with adequate carrying capacity as stipulated by EVEREADY.
4. Appropriately located warehouse facility comprising a minimum of 1 ,500 sq.ft and offices that meet EVEREADY’s branding and trade requirements.
5. Satisfactory distribution infrastructure including experienced and dedicated salesmen, van assistants, a data clerk and the ability to electronically process appropriate statistical data.
6. Entrepreneurs with commitment to dedicate themselves to this business in a hands-on manner for the foreseeable future.
7. Entrepreneurs with passion for high performance and growth, including ability to overcome challenges in order to achieve full market potential.
8. Entrepreneurs who are dedicated to high customer service standards and strong business relationship.
9. Applicants should not be dealing in any product which competes directly with any of EVEREADY's brands.
10. Entrepreneurs with strong sales or general business expertise.
11. Experience in distribution for an FMCG Company will be an added advantage.

Interested applicants should send their applications including the following information:

• Application letter, clearly indicating the market of interest.
• Copy of certificate of incorporation, memorandum and articles of association of the Applicant and PIN Certificate.
• Business case, illustrating ability to tap full potential of the market.
• State working capital - avail copies of most recent audited financial accounts.
• State level of bank guarantee available.

Applications should be enclosed in a sealed envelope and addressed to:

The Chairman

The Procurement Committee

EVEREADY East Africa Ltd

P.O Box 44765 - 00100

Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications should reach the Procurement Committee not later than Friday, February 11, 2011 and should be deposited in the Tender box located at the EVEREADY’s reception area clearly marked “Application for Distribution - (Area of Interest)”