Area Sales Manager

Clover is currently recruiting for an Area Sales Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maximising sales, managing Account Managers and Merchandisers within the area.

This exciting opportunity is based at the Clover Clayville branch.RequirementsDegreeBusiness English : FluentComputer literacy (Intermediate)Code 10 motor vehicle licensePeople management experienceTravel off-site / overnight stayDuties and ResponsibilitiesImplement and manage the Sales execution strategyManage Account Managers and Merchandisers within the areaIncrease profit and sales volumes within the area and within product categoriesOptimise sales execution through maintaining standard operating proceduresDevelop and maintain sound relationships with customers, Key Account Managers, Telesales and LogisticsImplement and measure short and long term sales driversManage costImplement and control shelf management initiativesLiaise with Marketing, Key Account Managers and PrincipalsImplement agreed sales programmesControl shelf management initiativesReinforce the Company's merchandising principlesMonitor inventory levelsEnsure product availabilityTake action to prevent short dated and expired stockEnhance performance and team developmentManage employee performance and developmentTrain sub-ordinates according to identified needsDevelop sales and business skills of Account Managers and MerchandisersCoach sub-ordinates to ensure the required standards of sales execution are metWe are committed to Employment Equity and Transformation.

Preference will be given to employees from designated groups.

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