Solar Panda is a social enterprise providing smart, low-cost solar power to communities across Africa, enabling families and small businesses to flourish and grow. Our high-quality solutions provide customers living without electricity access to clean, safe, and sustainable solar energy through a unique rent-to-own business model.
Role Overview
The Assistant Field Sales Manager (AFSM) will support the Field Sales Manager in achieving area sales targets by assisting with recruiting, training, supervising, and motivating a strong team of commission-based sales agents. The AFSM plays a key role in ensuring Field Agents are equipped, supported, and performing effectively to drive sales growth.
Solar Panda prioritises personal integrity, hard work, and respect for customers and co-workers.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Field Sales Manager in achieving sales targets within the assigned area.
Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and training new Field Agents.
Accompany Field Agents during field activities, providing coaching, support, and performance feedback.
Work closely with the Field Sales Manager to monitor market dynamics, including customer behaviour, product demand, and competitor activities, and provide timely feedback to management.
Identify new sales opportunities and contribute to lead generation strategies.
Collaborate with the sales team to develop and implement local sales initiatives.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum of 2 years experience in sales or micro-finance, preferably in rural areas.
Experience in supporting or managing sales teams is an added advantage.
Strong leadership abilities and interpersonal skills.
Ability to plan, strategize, and act to achieve set outcomes.
Minimum education qualification of a diploma in a relevant field is an added advantage.
How to Apply
If this position sounds like a good fit for you, please submit your cover letter and CV to RecruitmentKE@solarpanda.com. Kindly reference the job title in your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Submit your cover letter and CV to RecruitmentKE@solarpanda.com. Kindly reference the job title in your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
