Sales Manager (East Africa)

ADM
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Company Details
Name:ADM
Industry: Farming
Description: ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. Were a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. Were blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. Were a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. Were an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And were a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow
Job Description

The main duties of this role will include:

  • Unlock and maximize the potential of the Animal Nutrition Business in particular in the Kenya   and also the  East  Africa
  • Responsibility for our Animal Nutrition (technical) sales, including certain Key Accounts
  • Establish and develop long-term customer relationships
  • Identify and develop new business and partnership opportunities for growth
  • Open up both direct accounts, manage existing distributors and recruit new ones as needed.
  • Create and fulfill own sales plans and budget on the basis of market plans
  • Create and execute 3-5 year Business Plan for the region
  • Monthly reporting, sales analytics and insights; understand go-to-market strategy and how to maximize sales efficiency
  • Develop customer concepts in cooperation with product management, application and product development
  • Stay up-to-date on industry trend analysis, competitive activity and changing consumer behaviors through industry publications, events and insights reports to strategically grow the business
  • Support and implement innovative sales and marketing strategies for the region
  • Close interaction with other departments: technical support, customer service/logistics, product management, marketing and controlling

The successful candidate will possess the following:

  • Bachelors  or Masters in Science in Agri, Agro Engineering, Veterinarian,  animal science  or pharmaceutical degree  with experience in  animal  nutrition .  Business educational is an added advantage
  • Knowledge of animal nutrition and technical applications a prerequisite .
  • At least 10 years’ experience in the B2B  animal nutrition , dairy and/or ingredients business
  • Sales experience  in animal nutrition related field  and products including premixes, additives and  raw materials is mandatory
  • Experience working with feed millers integrators  and other  animal nutrition players is mandatory.
  • Working with multiple  livestock species and/ or aquaculture, leisure animals.
  • Business development spirit
  • Solid negotiation skills
  • Autonomy and organizational skills
  • Ability to work as part of a (virtual) team
  • Enthusiasm, initiative, and ability to work under pressure
  • Strong customer service orientation skills
  • Experience working in a matrix organization (cross-cultural mindset)
  • Flexible and willing to travel within the region
  • Excellent English language skills
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

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