Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Patchee Food Manufacturing PLC
Position: Sales Manager
Patchee Food Manufacturing PLC is looking for a highly motivated, experienced, and results-oriented Sales Manager to lead our sales team, drive revenue growth, expand market presence, and strengthen relationships with customers and business partners.
Job Summary
The Sales Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing sales strategies, managing the sales team, achieving sales targets, developing new markets and customers, maintaining key customer relationships, and ensuring sustainable sales and revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement effective sales strategies and plans to achieve company objectives.
Set sales targets and monitor performance against established goals.
Lead, motivate, coach, and manage the sales team to achieve assigned targets.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and business partners.
Identify new customers, markets, sales channels, and business opportunities.
Monitor market trends, customer preferences, competitor activities, and industry developments.
Develop strategies to increase market share and strengthen the company's competitive position.
Monitor sales performance by product, customer, territory, and sales channel.
Prepare and present regular sales forecasts, reports, and performance analyses to management.
Manage sales budgets, expenses, and resources effectively.
Work closely with marketing, production, logistics, finance, and other departments to ensure smooth sales operations.
Ensure timely delivery and availability of products in coordination with relevant departments.
Develop and implement customer acquisition and retention strategies.
Negotiate commercial terms, contracts, and agreements with customers and business partners within company policies.
Handle major customer complaints and resolve sales-related issues effectively.
Monitor collections and coordinate with the finance team to support timely payment from customers.
Conduct regular field visits to monitor market conditions, customer activities, and sales execution.
Ensure proper implementation of company sales policies, procedures, pricing, and promotions.
Identify opportunities for product expansion, distribution growth, and increased sales volume.
Provide market intelligence and strategic recommendations to senior management.
Continuously evaluate sales team performance and provide appropriate feedback and development support.
Key Performance Areas
Achievement of sales and revenue targets
Sales volume and market share growth
New customer acquisition
Customer retention and satisfaction
Distribution and market expansion
Sales team productivity and performance
Gross margin and profitability
Sales forecasting and reporting
Collection and receivables management
Job Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree in marketing, Business Administration, Sales, Management, or a related field.
Proven experience in sales management, preferably within FMCG, food manufacturing, or a related industry.
3-5 years experiences.
Previous experience managing and developing a sales team.
Demonstrated ability to consistently achieve and exceed sales targets.
Strong knowledge of sales strategies, distribution channels, and market development.
Experience in customer relationship and key account management is an advantage.
Key Skills and Competencies
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent sales and negotiation skills
Strong business development and market expansion capabilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strategic and commercial thinking
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Customer-focused and results-oriented approach
Strong planning, organization, and time-management skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet challenging targets
Strong presentation and reporting skills
Ability to build and maintain professional business relationships
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV and application letter to: hr.patchee@atomicmail.io
Please ensure you mention “Sales Manager” in the subject line of your email.
Application Deadline:15 days
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Patchee Food Manufacturing PLC
Driving sales growth. Building strong markets. Delivering sustainable results.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV and application letter to: hr.patchee@atomicmail.io
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