National Sales Manager
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Lead Kenya's national sales team for a food manufacturing company producing maize flour. The role covers sales targets, team management, distribution expansion, customer relationships, collections, and reporting across General Trade and Modern Trade channels.
- Gross salary of Ksh 150,000–200,000 plus additional benefits
- Manage and supervise five sales representatives
- Minimum five years of FMCG sales experience
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Lead Kenya's national sales team for a food manufacturing company producing maize flour. The role covers sales targets, team management, distribution expansion, customer relationships, collections, and reporting across General Trade and Modern Trade channels.
- Gross salary of Ksh 150,000–200,000 plus additional benefits
- Manage and supervise five sales representatives
- Minimum five years of FMCG sales experience
- At least two to five years of sales team management experience
- Expand distribution across wholesalers, retailers, mini-marts, and supermarkets
- Work from 8:00 to 5:00 in a full-time role
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National Sales Manager (200K)
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Language Requirement:
English
Work Type:
Full Time
Working Hours:
8 to 5
Applicant Location:
Kenya
Job descriptions & requirements
Job Title: National Sales Manager
Reports To:
General Manager
Location: Kenya
Gross Salary:
Ksh 150,000 – 200.000 + Additional benefits
Our client is an established player in Kenya's food manufacturing sector, specialising in the production and distribution of maize flour. The organisation is focused on strengthening its market presence, expanding distribution networks and delivering quality products to consumers.
The company is seeking an experienced and results-driven Sales Manager to lead its sales team, drive revenue growth and expand market penetration across General Trade and Modern Trade channels.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sales plans to achieve monthly sales targets.
- Implement and monitor sales KPIs for the Sales Representatives, ensuring consistent performance tracking and achievement of set targets.
- Manage and supervise the sales team of five representatives, ensuring productivity and accountability.
- Expand distribution through wholesalers, retailers, mini-marts and supermarkets.
- Identify new customers and business opportunities in Nairobi, Central Kenya, Kajiado County, Rift Valley (Nakuru & Naivasha) and other assigned territories.
- Monitor competitor pricing, promotions and market activities.
- Ensure effective route planning, customer visits and follow-up of orders.
- Monitor customer payments and ensure timely collection of outstanding debts.
- Maintain strong relationships with key customers and resolve customer complaints.
- Prepare weekly and monthly sales reports covering sales performance, collections, new customers and market developments.
- Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years’ FMCG sales experience, preferably in food products.
- At least 2 - 5 years’ experience managing a sales team.
- Good knowledge of General Trade, wholesalers and Modern Trade in Kenya.
- Proven ability to achieve sales targets and expand distribution.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, communication and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Excel and sales reporting.
- Valid driving licence and willingness to travel within assigned territories.
- How to Apply
- If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title in the email subject (National Sales Manager – Maize Flour) to [email protected] before 13th November 2026
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