Our Client is looking for a qualified Deputy Sales Manager who will play a critical role in supporting the National Sales Manager in achieving sales targets, developing strategies and managing the sales team in line with the company's business plan. This position is ideal for a dynamic individual with a proven track record in sales management who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving growth and performance interfacing Distributors and Customers.

• Grow sales volumes, revenues and profitability year on year.
  
• Develop and achieve annual, quarterly and monthly sales targets in line with company plans; prepare management reports and strategic plans.
  
• Assign sales targets effectively among sales representatives to ensure achievement of overall targets.
  
• Assess, develop, and implement effective pricing strategies.
  
• Closely monitor sales performance on a daily, weekly and monthly basis to quickly identify slow sales areas and make corrections.
  
• Keep up to date on market changes and competition to ensure growth of market share.
  
• Conduct in-depth sales analysis to identify trends and make course corrections quickly.
  
• Create strategies and targets for increasing coverage and market penetration of core products across all relevant channels.
  
• Assess, identify, effectively manage distribution partners to achieve company goals; develop effective commercial terms.
  
• Develop coverage plans and expansion plans to be implemented with distribution partners and supported by company representatives.
  
• Provide overall and hands-on management of distribution partners, ensuring effective partnerships and expanded distribution of company product portfolio nationwide.
  
• Develop and implement sales schemes and sales promotions in order to increase volumes and penetration.
  
• Lead, motivate, and effectively manage medical and sales representatives through supervision, reporting mechanisms, KPIs, and ongoing mentoring.
  
• Design and implement rigorous reporting and monitoring systems to ensure full compliance of the salesforce and timely reporting of sales achievements
  
• Design and implement a highly effective sales incentive program and KPIs to drive performance.
  
• Hire quality people, keep approved sales positions filled, and fill vacant positions efficiently.
  
• Develop monthly and quarterly presentations of the overall achievement of the entire sales workforce with plans on how to improve performance as needed.
  
• Review performance of the team and liaise with HR function on any performance-related issues for further action
  
• Provide guidance and motivation to sales force to implement point of sale merchandising and effective use of marketing materials and strategies.
  
• Coordinate effectively with cross functional teams to ensure marketing and sales activities are aligned and as beneficial as possible.
  
• Collaborate with Tanzania and regional leadership to contribute to development of strategic plans to grow the business and build the organization.
  

Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing or a related filed from an accredited institution; Master’s degree preferred.
  
• At least 8 years of sales experience with at least 4 years’ experience in a Senior Managerial/Supervisory role.
  
• Demonstrated success managing distribution partners.
  
• Demonstrated success managing salesforce teams, representatives and national sales operations.
  
• Strong command of salesforce administration, including reporting requirements, supervision techniques, KPIs, and performance monitoring.
  
• Strong command of Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
  
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
  
• Strong communication, collaboration and presentation skills
  
• High levels of integrity
  
• Entrepreneurial mindset
  
• Leadership and team management.
  
• Strategic thinking and planning.
  
• Results-driven with a focus on accountability.
  
• Adaptability and ability to work under pressure.
  
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.