In partnership with our client we are seeking a Field Sales Manager to lead the charge in establishing and growing a pioneering womens wellness and skincare brand in Ghana. This is more than a sales role. You will be the face of the brand in a key strategic market building the commercial foundation that will define its presence across West Africa. If you are a self-starter who thrives in the field and knows how to turn relationships into results we want to meet you.
Who are we looking for
- You are a commercially driven sales professional with a proven track record in distribution retail partnerships or FMCG market expansion.
- You are deeply connected within Ghanas beauty pharmacy or modern retail ecosystem and know how to open doors.
- You are a confident negotiator who can secure strong commercial terms and build lasting partnerships.
- You are highly self-directed and comfortable operating independently without daily supervision or a physical office.
- You are analytically minded with the ability to track performance report with clarity and turn data into action.
- You are passionate about womens wellness and understand the power of culturally relevant brands.
Your Responsibilities
Market Expansion and amp; Distribution
- You will identify source and secure strong distributor partnerships within Ghana.
- You will build and maintain relationships with key retail chains pharmacies beauty stores and modern trade outlets.
- You will negotiate commercial terms onboarding processes and launch timelines with retail and distribution partners.
- You will develop and execute a clear go-to-market strategy for Ghana aligned with overall West Africa objectives.
- You will continuously map the competitive landscape and identify new growth opportunities.
Retail and amp; Activation Execution
- You will support in-market activations pop-ups and retail launches in collaboration with the marketing and brand teams.
- You will ensure brand visibility and execution standards are maintained across all retail touchpoints.
- You will coordinate product launches and promotional campaigns locally.
Commercial Performance and amp; Reporting
- You will own monthly sales tracking and retail performance reporting.
- You will provide structured weekly updates to the Head of West Africa including key wins challenges pipeline developments and revenue forecasts.
- You will maintain distributor accountability for sell-in and sell-out targets and generate timely market intelligence reports.
Operations and amp; Self-Management
- You will manage your own schedule retailer visits distributor meetings and reporting cadence with strong discipline and initiative.
- You will act as the brands in-market representative upholding brand standards and professionalism at all times.
What Success looks like
- A strong and growing network of distributor and retail partnerships established within the first 90 days.
- Consistent achievement of monthly sell-in and sell-out targets across all retail channels.
- Clear and structured weekly reporting that keeps the regional team informed and aligned.
- Successful execution of in-market activations and product launches that drive brand visibility and revenue.
- A well-mapped competitive landscape with actionable growth opportunities identified quarterly.
To be considered for this role you should have
- Proven experience in business development distribution retail partnerships or FMCG/beauty market expansion.
- A strong existing network within Ghanas beauty pharmacy or modern retail ecosystem.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and drive results without direct supervision.
- Excellent negotiation relationship-building and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and meet targets in a fast-paced environment.
- Preferred: Experience in beauty skincare FMCG or health and wellness industries prior experience launching or scaling a brand in Ghana and an entrepreneurial mindset with a strong ownership mentality.
Challenges you may face in this role
- Building brand presence from the ground up in a new market with limited in-country infrastructure.
- Managing distributor and retail relationships independently without a local team to support you.
- Balancing field execution stakeholder management and reporting demands simultaneously.
- Navigating the regulatory and retail entry landscape in Ghana as a new market entrant.
The Goodies
- Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives tied to distribution growth and revenue targets.
- The opportunity to be foundational in building the brands presence in Ghana and shaping its broader West Africa expansion strategy.
- A collaborative goal-driven and compassionate company culture.
- Direct impact on a fast-growing brand that puts melanated skin at the center of its mission.
In partnership with our client we are seeking a Field Sales Manager to lead the charge in establishing and growing a pioneering womens wellness and skincare brand in Ghana. This is more than a sales role. You will be the face of the brand in a key strategic market building the commercial foundation ...
In partnership with our client we are seeking a Field Sales Manager to lead the charge in establishing and growing a pioneering womens wellness and skincare brand in Ghana. This is more than a sales role. You will be the face of the brand in a key strategic market building the commercial foundation that will define its presence across West Africa. If you are a self-starter who thrives in the field and knows how to turn relationships into results we want to meet you.
Who are we looking for
- You are a commercially driven sales professional with a proven track record in distribution retail partnerships or FMCG market expansion.
- You are deeply connected within Ghanas beauty pharmacy or modern retail ecosystem and know how to open doors.
- You are a confident negotiator who can secure strong commercial terms and build lasting partnerships.
- You are highly self-directed and comfortable operating independently without daily supervision or a physical office.
- You are analytically minded with the ability to track performance report with clarity and turn data into action.
- You are passionate about womens wellness and understand the power of culturally relevant brands.
Your Responsibilities
Market Expansion and amp; Distribution
- You will identify source and secure strong distributor partnerships within Ghana.
- You will build and maintain relationships with key retail chains pharmacies beauty stores and modern trade outlets.
- You will negotiate commercial terms onboarding processes and launch timelines with retail and distribution partners.
- You will develop and execute a clear go-to-market strategy for Ghana aligned with overall West Africa objectives.
- You will continuously map the competitive landscape and identify new growth opportunities.
Retail and amp; Activation Execution
- You will support in-market activations pop-ups and retail launches in collaboration with the marketing and brand teams.
- You will ensure brand visibility and execution standards are maintained across all retail touchpoints.
- You will coordinate product launches and promotional campaigns locally.
Commercial Performance and amp; Reporting
- You will own monthly sales tracking and retail performance reporting.
- You will provide structured weekly updates to the Head of West Africa including key wins challenges pipeline developments and revenue forecasts.
- You will maintain distributor accountability for sell-in and sell-out targets and generate timely market intelligence reports.
Operations and amp; Self-Management
- You will manage your own schedule retailer visits distributor meetings and reporting cadence with strong discipline and initiative.
- You will act as the brands in-market representative upholding brand standards and professionalism at all times.
What Success looks like
- A strong and growing network of distributor and retail partnerships established within the first 90 days.
- Consistent achievement of monthly sell-in and sell-out targets across all retail channels.
- Clear and structured weekly reporting that keeps the regional team informed and aligned.
- Successful execution of in-market activations and product launches that drive brand visibility and revenue.
- A well-mapped competitive landscape with actionable growth opportunities identified quarterly.
To be considered for this role you should have
- Proven experience in business development distribution retail partnerships or FMCG/beauty market expansion.
- A strong existing network within Ghanas beauty pharmacy or modern retail ecosystem.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and drive results without direct supervision.
- Excellent negotiation relationship-building and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and meet targets in a fast-paced environment.
- Preferred: Experience in beauty skincare FMCG or health and wellness industries prior experience launching or scaling a brand in Ghana and an entrepreneurial mindset with a strong ownership mentality.
Challenges you may face in this role
- Building brand presence from the ground up in a new market with limited in-country infrastructure.
- Managing distributor and retail relationships independently without a local team to support you.
- Balancing field execution stakeholder management and reporting demands simultaneously.
- Navigating the regulatory and retail entry landscape in Ghana as a new market entrant.
The Goodies
- Competitive salary with performance-linked incentives tied to distribution growth and revenue targets.
- The opportunity to be foundational in building the brands presence in Ghana and shaping its broader West Africa expansion strategy.
- A collaborative goal-driven and compassionate company culture.
- Direct impact on a fast-growing brand that puts melanated skin at the center of its mission.
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