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. We are looking for a Field Sales Manager based in Kabarnet to lead our field operations.
Role Overview
The Field Sales Manager will be responsible for building, training, and managing a high-performing team of sales agents. The role involves developing sales strategies, monitoring daily progress, and ensuring that sales targets are met while maintaining a strong understanding of market trends in rural areas.
Responsibilities
Build a strong team of commission-based sales agents by recruiting, training, motivating, and mentoring them for success.
Develop clear sales strategies for the team and help develop lead-generation initiatives.
Support and train the sales agents in their pitching to customer groups, such as chamas.
Monitor the progress of agents daily to ensure they are actively selling and provide support where needed.
Provide regular reports on your sales initiatives to the Area Sales Manager.
Identify the sales team's training needs and work with the HR Team to schedule new programs.
Liaise with the local shop Administrator to ensure that field agents are provided with adequate stock on a timely basis.
Monitor market trends, including customer behavior and competitor activities, and share insights frequently with management.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum of five (5) years' experience in sales or micro-finance, with a strong record of achieving targets.
Experience working in rural areas is essential.
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 via the Solar Panda portal on jobsboard.site. Use the following link to access the application page: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1189164.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Solar Panda portal on jobsboard.site. Use the following link to access the application page: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1189164. Ensure you apply before the deadline on April 3, 2026.
