Rural Development Solutions Limited is a leading provider of
off-grid power and energy solutionsthroughout the rural areas of Kenya.
We seek to invite applications from suitably qualified
individuals for the position of Area Sales Manager to be based in Ndhiwa.
- Managing the
area sales units
- Plan and
prioritise personal sales activities and customer/prospect contact towards
achieving agreed business aims.
- Plan and manage
personal business portfolio accordingly.
- Prepare action
plans and schedules to identify specific targets and to project the number
of contacts to be made
- Establish and
maintain current and potential client relationships in line with the
agreed sales strategy
- Prospect for new
clients and markets
- Co-ordination
and management of client payments
- Communicating
new product and service opportunities, special developments, information,
or feedback gathered through field activity to appropriate company staff.
- Generate
periodic reports (Sales reports, Market intelligence reports, debt
collections reports)
- Develop and
implement special sales activities to reduce stock.
- Ensure products
are priced uniformly in the outlets and work towards harmonization
- Execute sales
promotions and overseeing merchandising activities
- Monitor and
report on market and competitor activities and provide relevant reports
and information.
Qualifications, Skills and Competencies Requirement
- A bachelors
Degree/Diploma in Sales and Marketing or related field. Prior experience
in sales will also be considered.
- Ability to
persuade and influence others, to develop and deliver presentations,
create, compose, and edit written materials/reports.
- Strong
interpersonal and communication skills, knowledge of merchandising and
sales promotion techniques.
- Proficiency in
computer applications
- Possession of a
valid driving license would be desirable
Interested candidates should submit their applications via
e-mail to info@rudeso.com indicating the position of the job applied for on the
subject line with a detailed resume and a cover letter stating their current
position, anticipated remuneration level, e-mail, contact address, telephone
number and addresses of three referees to reach us on or before 22nd February
2013.
The Office Manager,
Rural Development Solutions Limited,
P. O. Box 2000-00621,
Rural Development Solutions Limited,
P. O. Box 2000-00621,
Village Market, Nairobi
Website: www.rudeso.com
