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Role Overview
The Field Sales Manager - Awasi is responsible for building and leading a strong team of commission-based sales agents. The primary objective is to recruit, train, motivate, and mentor the team to achieve success in the field while developing effective sales strategies and lead-generation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Team Management: Build a strong team of commission-based sales agents by recruiting, training, motivating, and mentoring them for success.
Strategy Development: Develop clear sales strategies for the team and help develop lead-generation initiatives.
Field Support: Support and train sales agents in their pitching to customer groups, such as chamas.
Performance Monitoring: Monitor the daily progress of agents to ensure active selling and provide support where needed.
Reporting: Provide regular reports on sales initiatives to the Area Sales Manager.
Staff Development: Identify the sales team's training needs and work with the HR Team to schedule new programs.
Logistics Coordination: Liaise with the local shop Administrator to ensure that field agents are provided with adequate stock on a timely basis.
Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends, including customer behavior and competitor activities, and share insights with management.
Qualifications and Requirements
Minimum of five (5) years' experience in sales or micro-finance, with a strong record of achieving targets.
Essential experience working in rural areas.
Proven experience in recruiting and managing commission-based sales agents.
Strong leadership abilities and outstanding interpersonal skills.
Ability to think and plan strategically to achieve set outcomes.
Ability to deliver under pressure and meet targets.
A diploma or degree in a related field is an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by visiting the following application link: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1189162. Ensure you complete the application process as directed on the Jobsboard site.
