Area Sales Executive

About the role

Avnash Industries Ghana Limited, a diversified foodstuffs producer active in edible oils, soap and rice, is hiring an Area Sales Executive based in Accra. The main objective is to work on the ground in a designated area, generate sales and meet weekly, monthly and yearly targets.

Key responsibilities

• Make regular market visits to check route coverage, competitor activity and look for new sales opportunities.
• Prepare market visit reports, sales plans and travel plans.
• Generate leads and pass them to the reporting heads.
• Build and maintain good relationships with customers and distributors.
• Work with accounts and logistics on payments, accounts receivable and product supply so deliveries run smoothly.
• Report to the Area Sales Manager or Head of Department.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Business Administration (related field).
• Minimum 2 years of sales experience, including field sales in the FMCG sector, preferably vegetable oil.
• Demonstrated business development, negotiation, sales or marketing experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and leadership skills.
• Extensive knowledge of root distribution.
• Candidate must provide three job references.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint and other computer tools.

To apply, send your application by post to P.O. Box 8641, Accra, or by email to the company; the closing date was 19 December 2014.