Modern Trade Executive at Blume Distribution Limited

Blume Distribution Limited is a privately owned international trading and distribution company of Sonia Foods Industries Limited. The company is an industry leader in the marketing, sales, and distribution of culinary food products. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, Sonia Foods Industries Limited has built a strong reputation for delivering top-notch products to markets worldwide. The company's commitment to innovation and excellence sets them apart in the competitive food industry.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Modern Trade Executive

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We're seeking a highly motivated and experienced FMCG Sales Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing modern trade channels and the premium market segment within the FMCG industry.
• This role requires someone who can build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and drive sales growth through strategic planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve targets in modern trade and premium market segments.
• Identify and establish relationships with key accounts and partners within the modern trade sector.
• Manage existing relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional activities and campaigns.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to maximize profit.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Sales, or a relevant field (preferred but not required).
• Minimum Experience: 5 years of Modern trade, for those who know the process of from registering the brand to having relationships to close deals.
• Proven sales experience, ideally in FMCG or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present, and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization, including executive and C-level. Proven ability to drive the sales process from plan to close. Strong business sense and industry expertise.
• Excellent mentoring, coaching, and people management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Why join us?

• Join a dynamic team that is passionate about [describe the company's mission or culture]. We offer a collaborative work environment where innovative ideas are encouraged and professional growth is supported.

Application Closing Date
20th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in this role to: caeers@blumedistribution.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.