Modern Trade Executive - FMCG at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited is the most sought-after Human Resource Solution Provider with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We have a reputation for satisfying and surpassing clients expectations through our core offerings: Recruitment and Selection, Outsourcing and Training and Development; To accomplish these we leverage on creating and managing change in organizations by improving efficiency through our proven and dynamic HR solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Modern Trade Executive - FMCG

Location: Aba, Abia
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Modern Trade Executive is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to drive growth within the modern trade channel.
• This role focuses on building strong relationships with key accounts and ensuring effective distribution of products to maximize sales revenue.

Responsibilities

• Develop Sales Strategies: Create and implement strategic sales plans tailored to the modern trade channel to achieve revenue goals and expand market share.
• Manage Key Accounts: Build and maintain strong relationships with key retail chains, hypermarkets, supermarkets, and e-commerce platforms.
• Negotiation and Contract Management: Negotiate terms, conditions, and contracts with key accounts to secure favorable agreements and ensure compliance.
• Forecasting and Planning: Analyze sales data and market trends to forecast sales and inventory needs. Develop promotional strategies to drive sales and optimize product visibility.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, supply chain, and finance teams to align strategies, ensure smooth product distribution, and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Market intelligence: Monitor competitor activities and industry trends. Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on market intelligence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree / HND
• Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Modern Trade Executive in the FMCG industry
• Experience in working within a multi-functional team.
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability in building relationships with professionals of all organizational levels.

Application Closing Date
3rd February, 2025.

How to Apply
lnterested and qualifield candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job tittle as the subject of the mail.