Short Description (Role Purpose)
To lead, manage, develop & control the sales team of a Channel within a region in GTC Operations. The function is to ensure delivery of sales, distribution & display objectives of the specified channel in the region through implementation of Trade Marketing & Sales Operational Plans in line with the brands strategies. Operates within budgets to deliver IMS objectives. The role has the responsibility of developing business & execution of plans in the specified channel as well as identifying business growth opportunities.
Job Accountabilities & Activities
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- Ensure that IMS, distribution & display objectives are achieved as per brand strategies.
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Coordinate with RSM accurate sales forecasting for the team.
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Implement Sales Cycle Activities as per set priorities to ensure delivery of objectives.
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Ensure achievement of budgeted In Market Sales, by Brand for regions’ channel
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Develop, implement & monitor sales targets by salesman in coordination with RSM
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Ensure development of top Customers in the Channel.
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Ensure strike rates & productivity objectives are achieved.
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Ensure timely implementation of promotional plans as agreed with TMM.
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Build Displays in key traffic areas to impact consumers in specified channel.
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Ensure proper share of displays through either Category management or Space Management in all outlets.
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Ensure POS material & proper consumer communication is executed in excellence.
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Ensure all logistical aspect of new SKU listing is achieved before execution.
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Recommend and implement incentive programs for the sales force to achieve business objectives
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Coordinate with RSM the execution of product launch programs and implement agreed plans.
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Manage Inventory levels with Trade to maintain acceptable stock holding based on shelf life levels. Report monthly on trade inventories.
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Collate and report competitive activities and information and provide feedback to RSM.
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Ensure that the company gets a preferred supplier status with customers through excellence in customer service.
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Ensure collection & receivables are as per Receivables policy.
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Implement & monitor Sales Administrative systems JC, DSR, CRC.
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Present Monthly Sales Operational Plans and Key Priorities to Area sales force
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Work with sales force to ensure cycle priorities objectives for the channel are met.
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Review performance monthly, to ensure alignment with IMS / Distribution and Display in line with Key Performance objectives in Sales Cycle meetings
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Hold Monthly Sales Cycle meeting with Sales Force in coordination with RSM
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Establish excellent relations with top customers’ management team through direct contact & regular trade visit in respective area.
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Implement pricing as per agreed Pricing Strategies after discussion with Supplier.
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Reduce impact of short expiry products on P & L
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Maximize return on investment on trade promotions & visibility agreement with trade.
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Actively ensure that Area’s Sales Teams possess acceptable levels of knowledge and skills to achieve planned Sales objectives for the brands.
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Lead and direct sales teams through leadership by example & direct involvement.
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Co-ordinate, resource and manage staff training needs.
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Maintain required level of Saudization among section’s sales force.
Education & Certifications
BA Business or Marketing
Required Years Of Experience
4 to 5 years