Territory Trade Marketer(Beverage)
Job Summary
- Deliver and exceed secondary sales targets within the assigned territory.
- Develop and execute territory sales plans to drive revenue growth and market penetration.
- Monitor sales performance and implement corrective actions to address gaps and capitalize on opportunities.
- Ensure effective route-to-market execution to maximize productivity and sales efficiency.
- Manage distributor relationships to ensure achievement of sales distribution and service level objectives.
- Monitor distributor stock levels and replenishment to prevent stock-outs and ensure product availability.
- Conduct regular distributor business reviews and provide recommendations for performance improvement.
- Ensure compliance with company policies processes and reporting requirements.
- Supervise and support Van Sales Representatives Order Bookers and field sales teams.
- Manage and coordinate activities of third-party sales agencies to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Set performance targets monitor productivity and provide coaching and guidance to field teams.
- Conduct regular market visits to assess execution standards and team effectiveness.
- Drive product visibility merchandising excellence and adherence to company standards at retail outlets.
- Execute trade marketing initiatives promotions and market activation programs.
- Ensure availability and proper placement of POS materials and promotional assets.
- Monitor campaign effectiveness and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
- Expand outlet coverage and identify opportunities for new business acquisition.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors retailers and key trade partners.
- Identify distribution gaps and implement initiatives to improve market penetration.
- Ensure excellent customer service and timely resolution of trade-related issues.
- Monitor competitor activities pricing promotions and market trends.
- Gather and analyze market intelligence to support business decision-making.
- Prepare accurate sales distribution and performance reports.
- Utilize sales data and analytics to identify opportunities and improve territory performance.
- Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Sales Marketing Business Administration or a related field.
- Minimum of five (5) years experience in FMCG sales.
- Demonstrated experience managing distributors and distributor operations.
- Experience supervising Van Sales Representatives and/or Order Bookers.
- Proven track record of driving territory sales growth and market execution.
- Experience managing sales teams field execution teams or third-party sales agencies.
- Strong understanding of secondary sales management and route-to-market operations.
- Strong analytical reporting and performance management capabilities.
- Experience within the beverage industry.
- Experience working with third-party sales agencies.
- Experience in General Trade and Van Sales operations.
- Key Competencies
- Sales and Commercial Acumen
- Distributor Management
- Team Leadership and Coaching
- Territory Planning and Execution
- Negotiation and Relationship Management
- Trade Marketing and Merchandising
- Market Analysis and Business Insights
- Performance Management
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Results-Oriented Mindset
Required Skills:
Key Skills & Competencies Strong negotiation and relationship management skills. Strategic thinking with execution excellence. Team leadership and coaching abilities. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Analytical mindset with proficiency in MS Office / ERP systems. Customer-focused with problem-solving skills.
Required Education:
710 years of total FMCG experience. Minimum 5 years experience within the Beverage category. Strong Modern Trade experience managing supermarkets and key accounts. Proven experience managing Joint Business Plans (JBPs). Hands-on experience with planogram implementation and shelf-space negotiations. Experience executing consumer promotions product launches and visibility initiatives. Experience managing merchandisers and third-party vendors. Strong distributor and stakeholder m