Graduate Sales Representative (Abuja) at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Nigeria, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV & AIDS prevention, and maternal neonatal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria, the Global Fund, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons as a result of growth in our organisation. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.

We require competent candidates for the following position:

Job Title: Sales Representative

Location: Abuja

Responsibilities

• This is an Officer position reporting to the Area Sales Manager at the Region. Successful candidate will be responsible for creating demand for SFH products and achieving sales targets for SFH over the counter products.
• Primarily responsibilities will include merchandizing channel management, and branding of outfits.

Requirements

• Must possess a first degree in any discipline.
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year post NYSC working experience in an FMCG or Pharmaceutical environment.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft word and Excel packages.
• Excellent listening, and communication skills, training and report writing skills are very important to this position.
• Must show demonstrable willingness and ability to adjust quickly to rapidly changing priorities, multiple demands and complex situations.
• Must have the ability to support and manage trade channel members.
• Good understanding of the business terrain will be an added advantage.

Compensation & Benefits
The compensation package for these position is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented candidates.

Application Closing Date
20th March, 2014

Method Of Application
A one page application letter (using the position reference as subject), addressed to the Deputy Director-HR, clearly providing evidence of competences required for the job, current remuneration, as well as a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae indicating clearly your valid telephone numbers, e-mail address and current contact address, should be sent to: [email protected] beside the job you are applying for. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted