Area Manager Eastern Africa

Diversey

East Africa
Not specified (assumed to be hybrid based on region and role requirements).
7 years progressive b2b selling experience
Team management in chemical industry
P&l management responsibility
Diversey is seeking an Area Manager for Eastern Africa to lead business development in Processed Foods, Dairy, and Non-Alcoholic Beverages. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in B2B sales, strong leadership skills, and a background in chemistry or food science

Job Summary

  • The role involves planning and directing business development for Processed Foods, Dairy, and Non-Alcoholic Beverages operations across East Africa.
  • Candidates must manage accounts managers and country managers while driving sales targets and profitability within the assigned territory.
  • The position requires a graduate degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or Chemical Engineering with at least seven years of relevant experience.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Diversey is seeking an Area Manager for Eastern Africa to lead business development in Processed Foods, Dairy, and Non-Alcoholic Beverages. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in B2B sales, strong leadership skills, and a background in chemistry or food science.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7 years progressive B2B selling experience
  • Team management in chemical industry
  • P&L management responsibility
  • East Africa market penetration
  • Processed foods and dairy sector knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in brewery production
  • Self-driven with can do attitude
  • Passion for achieving results
  • Innovation implementation skills

Key Requirements

  • Graduate degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or Chemical Engineering
  • Minimum 7 years B2B selling experience
  • Proven team management experience
  • Strong P&L understanding
  • Knowledge of East African markets

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