Merchandiser

Key Responsibilities

• Execute basic sales activities in the outlets located within the territory to meet company objectives as described in the cycle plan (visibility, availability, freshness)
• Develop and adhere to a well-defined work programme and route plan as agreed with TMR
• Achieve volume and distribution targets through direct monitoring of sales representatives.
• Ensure objectives in terms of availability, visibility, volume, stock quality and RP -Recommended Price at wholesale and retail are achieved for the territory
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date detailed database of all customers (including phone numbers outlet addresses)
• Improve the company’s corporate image by operating at the highest business ethics, environmental, health and safety standards.
• Support sales Reps to achieve high performance by giving support to existing outlets.
• Gather/ provide ideas on how to develop retail Touch-points (redistribution hubs, etc) in the markets
• Implement all programmes according to cycle plan in outlets located in your coverage area.
• Ensure the effective and efficient execution of marketing activities in the defined territory.
• Role is positioned to address situations arising within the market, as well as business needs. In this regard, direction will be provided by TMR
• Job is mainly field work.

Working Relationships

Internal

• Share data regarding specific outlets with the Distributor through the TMR
• Develop a good working relationship with the team (distributor and BAT team)

External

• Develop an effective working relationship with the customer by giving assistance and support through regular communication and the prompt handling of problems and requests

Key Success Factors

• The most important metrics by which successful performance will be judged
• Volume and Distribution targets
• On time Implementation of marketing activities
• Visibility targets
• Competition/Illicit tracking and reporting

Salary: Attractive

Location: Sunyani Territory