Business Development Manager Compliance Auditor at KWV

Purpose:  Planning and execution of brand and channel strategies in order to increase customer retention, market share and volume.

(This is a joint venture between Falls Beverages Zambia and KWV South Africa. The succesfull person will be based in Lusaka but will be KWV dedicated). 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Tertiary qualification in marketing or business management
• Minimum of 5 years’ related experience in marketing, sales or business development
• At least 3 years experience in a FMCG environment
• Experience in the Wine/Liqour industry will be an advantage
• Understanding of the local (Zambia) environment and complexities
• Ability to communicate in English on an advanced level (verbal and written)
• Frequest business travel
• Zambian resident and/or work permit

SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Customer service orientation
• Relationship building
• Networking
• IT literate
• Sound planning and organizing skills with the ability to take control

JOB SUMMARY:

• Achieve sales targets through direct dealings/relationships with Key customers and support of in-market sales team
• Support in-market sales team with selling tools
• Manage all aspecs of trade promotions and activities
• Plan and manage eventes and festivals
• Planning and implementation of sales & marketing initiatives in accordance with country plan and budget
• Monthly sales and marketing reporting

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