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. Our products are distributed across multiple channels, and we place a high level of importance on the quality and service we offer to our Customers.
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.
The successful candidate is required to:
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 distributors’ 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 any 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 orders in the monthly forecast
The Person
The successful candidate is required to possess:
* BSc 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, MS 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 short listed candidates will be contacted.
Remuneration
The position carries an attractive package with a unique opportunity for further personal growth within the business.
How to Apply
Qualified applicants should apply online at www.pzcussons.com/pzc/working/pznigeria/vacancies.
Applications must be received not later than 5th July 2011
