The Standard Group Sales & Distribution Regional Manager Job in Kenya

The Standard Group comprises, The Standard Newspapers, Game Yetu, The Nairobian, KTN, Radio Maisha, PDS, Standard Digital and Think Outdoor Services. 

The Group is looking for highly motivated, qualified, experienced and reputable team players to fill the following positions:

Regional Manager, Sales & Distribution
 

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

How to Apply

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

Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification.