About the job Sales Supervisor (FMCG)
Job Description Sales Supervisor (FMCG)
Department: Human Resources Management
Position: Sales Supervisor
Job Family: Sales (FMCG)
Reports To: Channel Sales Manager
Department: Sales
Role Purpose:
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To supervise the daily sales operations within a specific geographical area or trade channel.
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To maintain good relations with current and potential clients and develop the best means to meet their demands.
Key Accountabilities:
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Controls the sales representatives daily activities (e.g., controls their scheduled journey itinerary, required report forms etc.).
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Controls the sales representatives performance through the comparison of Targeted Vs actual productivity per brand and customer.
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Conducts daily market visits.
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Ensures the proper implementation of policies and procedures.
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Coordinates and supervises daily sales operations within the specific geographic area.
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Ensures optimal sales and distribution of each brand by the sales representatives.
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Resolves any problem occurring during delivery.
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Monitors all customers' sales orders and their proper delivery.
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Monitors and follows up all A/R related matters in coordination with the sales representatives.
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Coordinates with his direct superior on advertising or promotional campaigns to improve the sales operations.
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Suggests any changes to the area sales strategy, policies, and procedures.
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Suggests efficient means for sales performance optimization.
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Develops an efficient region sale program to ensure the achievement of the targeted sales forecast.
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Handles the case of delayed customer payments.
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Monitors the efficient and orderly shelf exposure and product pricing.
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Establishes and maintains good relations with potential and current customers.
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Provides customers with adequate product information.
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Prepares periodic progress reports related to the area sales operations.
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Supervises the sales representatives work programs and ensures their proper execution.
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Assumes all authorities outlined in the authorities schedule.
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Undertakes any other duties assigned by his direct supervisor.
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Conducts statement of account reconciliation.
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Follows up on implementation of feasibility drives (contracts of activity; invoicing as per planograms, pictures of display, preparing credit notes).
Qualifications:
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Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
Experience:
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2 to 3 years minimum period of related experience.
Skills and Knowledge:
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Languages: Arabic, English (French is a plus).
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Computer literacy: MS Windows applications (Essential: Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint).
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Analytical & communication skills.
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Problem solving.
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Decision making.
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Negotiation skills.
Competencies:
Leading and Deciding:
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Leading and Supervising
Supporting and Cooperating:
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Working with People
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Adhering to Principles and Values
Interacting and Presenting:
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Relating and Networking
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Persuading and Influencing
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Presenting and Communicating Information
Analyzing and Interpreting:
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Writing and Reporting
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Analyzing
Organizing and Executing:
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Planning and Organizing
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Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
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Following Instructions and Procedures
Adapting and Coping:
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Adapting and Responding to Change
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Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
Enterprising and Performing:
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Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives