Overview
To lead the sales team/large scale distributors in deploying company strategies and develop plans to address local business needs. Train and motivate the team to achieve short term company objectives and long-term organizational goals.
Responsibilities
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Set clear and SMART objectives to ensure delivery of AOP and Strat Plan in line with Regional goals and cascade locally to territory team
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Estimate and analyze category development potential for each category within FLP and create subsequent plans to consistently grow shares in each category
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Implement & cascade action plan to territory team to execute counter strategies
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Responsible to achieve monthly and quarterly volume targets as well as target brand & pack deliverables
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Review progress as objectives at weekly meetings and take corrective action as appropriate
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Ensure smooth flow of information to ASM/RSM to aid strategic decision making & ensure all financial & sales data is factually correct
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Monitor & manage trade discounts with TS month on month
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Monitor & track distributor ROI and propose suggestions to leverage on distributor profitability
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Implement quality & control measures at distributor outlets - FIFO, stock numbers etc.
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Responsible for depot sales tracking & to assist ASM in strategic planning against data gathered on a monthly basis
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Accountable for improving market share through identification of untapped channels, new towns, brand and pack size & optimal rack productivity
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Develop team capability to address channel partner stability related concerns, by evolving alternate GTM mechanisms
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Analyze & propose promotions with positive financial impact through rationalization of brand plans
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Market intelligence & competitor analysis - Monitor competitor activity and identify response plan in liaison with ASM
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Ensure smooth execution of all new product initiatives against regional business strategy
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Ensure execution of all merchandizing, display & operational priorities across territories
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Propose ways to improve existing sales processes- data tracking, payment methods, supply chain etc.
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Develop ways to improve process efficiency with distributor and retailer through liaison with all stakeholders
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Maintain a regular physical presence in the territory to ensure understanding of internal and external customer needs
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Assess and track team capability through ongoing feedback, regular review meetings & KPI tracking
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Conduct core skills assessment with DRs and DSRs to ensure strong coaching and selling skills
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Conduct field training to ensure market excellence in all area
Qualifications
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Preferably 2 - 4 years of experience in Field Sales particularly in FMCG sector.
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Strong leadership skills, People Manager, Problem Solver
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MBA or Masters in Marketing & Sales
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Written and verbal communication skills
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Prioritization skills
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Sense of urgency to get results
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Proficient use of MS Office needed. Frequent work on complex excel & Power Point applications.
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Strong team player
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Multi- tasking ability
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Proficient in maintaining speed in work.
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Analysis and control