Minjingu Mines & Fertilisers Ltd is the only Fertiliser manufacturer in Tanzania. It has its own formulations & Brands. Its is looking for Area Sales Manager for Southern and Northern Tanzania sell, distribute and promote its products in the respective areas. Candidates who are able to take up this challenge are encouraged to apply.
Responsibility:
To achieve sales of the various fertilizers being produced by company. Develop distribution setup through establishing cells depots and other channels of distribution. Ensure that the product available to the farmers easily in all the geographical areas covered.
Duties:
- Develop a business plan in sales strategy for the market that ensures attainment of a company sales goals and profitability.
- Develop database of a commercial farmers in the area, different crops cultivated, Wholesale and retail agro dealer network, cooperatives, etc
- Supervise the depots in terms of staff performance, stocks and cash collection and banking
- Monitor pricing and cells in the market for competitive products
- Develop marketing strategies for achieving the sales targets
- Liaise with local governments - Agriculture departments on our product availability and performance. Develop program for demos with them to educate farmers
- Timely management feedback and reports on all the activities
- Control costs and meet budgetary guidelines
Knowledge and experience
- A bachelor or masters degree in business administration or related subject
- A basic degree in agriculture science will be an added advantage
- 5 to 10 years of experience in sales of fertilizers or agribusiness at a senior level
- Knowledge of Tanzania geographically and agribusiness
- Willingness to travel extensively at least 25 days in a month
- Ability to lead the team and good communication skills
- Self-driven person who is ready to achieve goals with minimum supervision
Remuneration:
The remuneration package will consist of a mix of basic salary and sales-based performance bonus/commission.
Apply within 15 days from the date of advertisement to:
Minjingu Mines & Fertiliser Ltd
P.O Box 912, Arusha
Email: sales@minjingumines.com