SALES REPRESENTATIVE GENERAL TRADE

 

JOB TITLE

 

SALES REPRESENTATIVE GENERAL TRADE

NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME
INDUSTRY  
SALARY KSHS.30,000-35,000 PLUS COMMISSIONS
JOB LOCATION COASTAL REGION

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Territory Management & Sales Execution

  • Execute daily sales routines to meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales volume targets within the assigned Coastal Region territory.
  • Develop and strictly adhere to daily/weekly route plans to ensure maximum coverage and optimal service frequency to all General Trade outlets.
  • Actively pitch products, negotiate orders, and ensure prompt delivery and fulfillment to prevent stock-outs at the retail level.

Market Penetration & Channel Growth

  • Identify and recruit new General Trade customers (kiosks, mini-marts, wholesalers) to expand market penetration and increase the active customer base.
  • Ensure prime placement of products in stores. Deploy point-of-sale materials (POSM) and execute promotional activities to drive consumer off-take.
  • Successfully introduce and drive the adoption of New Product Developments (NPDs) into the market.

Relationship Management & Negotiation

  • Build, maintain, and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders in the GT channel, acting as the primary point of contact.
  • Leverage strong negotiation skills to secure optimal shelf space, resolve customer disputes, and manage credit terms (if applicable) in line with company policy.

 Market Intelligence & Reporting

  • Monitor competitor activities, pricing strategies, and market trends, providing actionable intelligence to the sales management team.
  • Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer feedback, and inventory levels. Submit timely daily and weekly sales reports as required by management.

 

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

  • Diploma/Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of proven, hands-on sales experience specifically within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector.
  • Demonstrated success operating within General Trade (GT) channels (distributors, wholesalers, and traditional retail).
  • Familiarity with the Coastal Region terrain, business environment, and local market dynamics is highly preferred.

 

HOW TO APPLY

  • If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.