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Job title : Export Sales Manager (French Speaking)
Job Location : Lagos
Deadline : July 26, 2024
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Job Description
Export Manager will play a crucial role in expanding our portfolios presence in the West African Markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the food industry, a proven track record of successfully identifying and managing distributors, and a deep understanding of export processes from Nigeria.
Market Analysis and Strategy:
- Conduct market research to identify opportunities and trends in the West African Markets.
- Develop and implement strategic plans to expand SNL presence in target markets.
Distributor and Retail Chain Management:
- Identify and evaluate potential distributors and retail chains in the designated regions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors and key retail partners.
- Negotiate and finalize distribution agreements to ensure optimal market penetration.
Export Operations:
- Oversee the export process from Nigeria to international markets, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Coordinate with logistics and supply chain teams to streamline the export process.
- Resolve any issues related to customs, documentation, and shipping.
Sales and Revenue Growth:
- Set and achieve sales targets for designated international markets.
- Implement effective sales strategies to drive revenue growth.
- Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop promotional activities tailored to each market.
Relationship Building:
- Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including distributors, retail partners, and government authorities.
- Represent Sweet Nutrition Limited at international trade shows and events.
- Evolve effective advertising, pricing, and promotional strategies to achieve set objectives.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in export management within the FMCG industry, especially in food and beverage products, across the West African markets.
- Minimum of 5years work experience as an Export Sales Manager
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Business, or related field.
- Fluency is French is compulsory.
- Ability to travel as needed
- Knowledge of sales; operations, channels, routes to market Self-Starter
- Problem Solver
- Team Management
- Communication & Negotiation skills
- Driving Results
- Customer focus
- Relationship Building Skills
- Fluency in French
- Market Analysis
- ERP system Proficiency
- Knowledge on consumer trends and behavior
- Pricing Strategy
- Distributor Management
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