PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc, a market leader in the FMCG sector is seeking for a highly competitive, experienced professional to join our team as a COMMERCIAL EXPORT SALES MANAGER - Francophone West Africa & Central Africa.
The successful candidate, who will report to the Group Sales Director, must be a professional who shares the same passion as we do for Customer Excellence.
He/She must be a person who can ensure effective & efficient co-ordination of the Sales Force and deliver the company's Objectives.
Specifications:
Identify and appoint official country distributors in African markets and provide appropriate information for setting up new customers accounts in MFG in line with agreed distributor's expectations.
- Agree export prices/payment modalities/trading terms with customers in line with procedure.
- Establish proven customer payment from bank and prepare a proforma invoice of the order.
- Arrange for registration of trademarks of products and all other documents in export countries.
- Clarify and special requirements from customers and relate back to PZ Management.
- Forward the proforma invoice to the Export Logistics department for loading/stuffing arrangement.
- Follow up on customer order shipment until delivery for effective customer service.
- Ensure good customer relationship management/regular status update.
- Ensure alignment with S&OP and inclusion of export order in the monthly forecast.
Requirement:
- B.Sc in related fields. An MBA will be an added advantage.
- 5-10 years working experience in a similar role.
- Computer expertise especially in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Good knowledge of ports operations and the Nigerian freight system.
- Good working relationship with NEPC, NACCIMA, MANEG.
- Good knowledge of inventory management, planning and organizing skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Fluency in French language (Compulsory).
- Hands on work ethics with CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values Courage, Accountability, Networking, Drive and Oneness.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Remuneration:
This position carries an attractive package with a unique opportunity for further growth within the business.
How to apply:
Qualified applicants should apply online at: www.pzcussons.com/pzc/working/pznigeria/vacancies
Application Deadline: 4th July, 2011
It is advisable to submit your application before the deadline. If you need further information, please post below. Good luck!